1956 Austin A 30 vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla is newer by 48 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 510 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.
Because 1956 Austin A 30 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Austin A 30. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Toyota Corolla (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Corolla 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 | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 30 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 71.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |