1956 Austin A 30 vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 1114 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 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 Tacoma | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 30 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3246 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 80 L |
