1952 Austin A 30 vs. 2000 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 48 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 989 cc (3 cylinders), 2000 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu Sirion (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 30. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 210 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 2000 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin A 30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Sirion 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, 2000 Daihatsu Sirion (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Daihatsu Sirion 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 | 2000 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 30 | Sirion |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 71.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 37 L |
