1952 Austin A 30 vs. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 49 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 30. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 1042 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 2001 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 30. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera 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. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 30 | 2001 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Austin | Vauxhall |
| Model | A 30 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2470 mm |
