1952 Austin A 30 vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 57 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 30. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 605 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 2009 Kia Sportage 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, 2009 Kia Sportage 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (242 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 30. 2009 Kia Sportage 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. 2009 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 30 | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | A 30 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 65 L |
