1954 Austin A 30 vs. 1982 Dodge Omni
To start off, 1982 Dodge Omni is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 1,716 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Dodge Omni (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Dodge Omni should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Dodge Omni weights approximately 320 kg more than 1954 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Austin A 30. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Dodge Omni, 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, 1982 Dodge Omni (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1982 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 30 | 1982 Dodge Omni | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | A 30 | Omni |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 1716 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 53 L |
