1956 Austin A 30 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 53 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Eos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Eos (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 567 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, 2009 Volkswagen Eos, 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, 2009 Volkswagen Eos (282 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Eos 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 | 2009 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 30 | Eos |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 282 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |
