1956 Austin A 30 vs. 2005 Chrysler Neon
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Neon is newer by 49 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Neon (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Neon should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Neon weights approximately 460 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, 2005 Chrysler Neon, 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, 2005 Chrysler Neon (154 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler Neon 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 | 2005 Chrysler Neon | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | A 30 | Neon |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 87 L |
