1952 Austin A 30 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 59 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 2,000 cc, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 30. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 1114 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, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan, 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, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 30 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2919 mm |
