1956 Austin A 30 vs. 1998 Tata E
To start off, 1998 Tata E is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Tata E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Tata E (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Tata E should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata E weights approximately 690 kg more than 1956 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Tata E (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Tata E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 30 | 1998 Tata E | |
Make | Austin | Tata |
Model | A 30 | E |
Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2810 mm |