1956 Austin A 30 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 914 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 2008 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Austin A 30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 30 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |
