1954 Austin A 30 vs. 1982 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 1982 Nissan Prairie 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 1,485 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Prairie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Prairie (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Prairie should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Prairie weights approximately 295 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 Nissan Prairie, 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 Nissan Prairie (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Prairie 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 Nissan Prairie | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | A 30 | Prairie |
Year Released | 1954 | 1982 |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 1485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2520 mm |