1952 Austin A 30 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 55 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 30. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 638 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 2007 Volkswagen Sharan 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, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan 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, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Sharan 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 | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 30 | Sharan |
Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 803 cc | 1896 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 | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 79.5 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 | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |