1988 Audi V8 vs. 1953 Austin A 30
To start off, 1988 Audi V8 is newer by 35 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 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi V8 weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1953 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Audi V8 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, 1988 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi V8 | 1953 Austin A 30 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | V8 | A 30 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 28 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 48 L |
