1952 Austin A 30 vs. 1991 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1991 Ford Sierra is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Sierra (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 30. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Sierra weights approximately 465 kg more than 1952 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Ford Sierra (152 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 30 | 1991 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 30 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 1751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |
