1954 Austin A 30 vs. 1991 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 37 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 770 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 536 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen Rally Raid 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 | 1991 Citroen Rally Raid | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | A 30 | Rally Raid |
Year Released | 1954 | 1991 |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 590 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3000 mm |