1956 Austin A 30 vs. 2008 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2008 Pontiac Solstice 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac Solstice (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac Solstice 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 Pontiac Solstice (254 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac Solstice 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 Pontiac Solstice | |
Make | Austin | Pontiac |
Model | A 30 | Solstice |
Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 254 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 49 L |