1953 Austin A 30 vs. 1997 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 1997 Dodge Dakota is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 850 kg more than 1953 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Dakota 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, 1997 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 30 | 1997 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | A 30 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 49 L |
