1956 Austin A 30 vs. 2008 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang is newer by 52 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 30.
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, 2008 Ford Mustang (441 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang 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 | 2008 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 30 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1890 mm |
