1952 Austin A 30 vs. 2006 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2006 Seat Alhambra is newer by 54 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Alhambra (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 30. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 954 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, 2006 Seat Alhambra, 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, 2006 Seat Alhambra (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Alhambra 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 | 2006 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Austin | Seat |
| Model | A 30 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1634 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |
