1952 Austin A 30 vs. 2006 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Korando 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 30. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1185 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 2006 SsangYong Korando 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, 2006 SsangYong Korando 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, 2006 SsangYong Korando (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Austin | SsangYong |
Model | A 30 | Korando |
Year Released | 1952 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 803 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |