1964 Abarth 1300 vs. 1953 Austin A 30
To start off, 1964 Abarth 1300 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 1,280 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Abarth 1300 (137 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 30 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1964 Abarth 1300.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Abarth 1300 | 1953 Austin A 30 | |
| Make | Abarth | Austin |
| Model | 1300 | A 30 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 28 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 48 L |
