1952 Austin A 30 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Venture
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 52 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 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 30. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 1330 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, 2004 Chevrolet Venture, 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, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (286 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 30. (54 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture 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 | 2004 Chevrolet Venture | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 30 | Venture |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 95 L |
