1954 Austin A 30 vs. 1994 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1994 Nissan Sunny is newer by 40 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Sunny (118 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 376 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, 1994 Nissan Sunny, 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, 1994 Nissan Sunny (148 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Sunny 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 | 1994 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | A 30 | Sunny |
Year Released | 1954 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2540 mm |