1956 Austin A 30 vs. 2013 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2013 Toyota Corolla is newer by 57 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 570 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, 2013 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2013 Toyota Corolla (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Corolla 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 | 2013 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 30 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |