1952 Austin A 30 vs. 1992 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 1992 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 40 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chrysler Voyager (116 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 30. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 1050 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.
Because 1952 Austin A 30 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Austin A 30. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Chrysler Voyager (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 Chrysler Voyager 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 | 1992 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | A 30 | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
