1952 Austin A 30 vs. 1995 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1995 Honda Shuttle is newer by 43 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 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Shuttle (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 30. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 852 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, 1995 Honda Shuttle, 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, 1995 Honda Shuttle (199 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 30. 1995 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 1952 Austin A 30 has manual transmission. 1952 Austin A 30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Honda Shuttle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 30 | 1995 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 30 | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 2156 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1532 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 65 L |
