1952 Austin A 30 vs. 2006 Seat Altea
To start off, 2006 Seat Altea 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 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Altea (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 30. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Altea weights approximately 750 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 Altea, 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 Altea (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 30. 2006 Seat Altea 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. 2006 Seat Altea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 30 | 2006 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Austin | Seat |
| Model | A 30 | Altea |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |
