1955 Austin A 30 vs. 1995 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1995 Westfield ZEI is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Westfield ZEI (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Westfield ZEI weights approximately 70 kg more than 1955 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Westfield ZEI (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 30 | 1995 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Austin | Westfield |
Model | A 30 | ZEI |
Year Released | 1955 | 1995 |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2340 mm |