1954 Austin A 30 vs. 1995 Dodge Spirit
To start off, 1995 Dodge Spirit is newer by 41 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Spirit (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 574 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, 1995 Dodge Spirit, 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, 1995 Dodge Spirit (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Spirit 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 | 1995 Dodge Spirit | |
Make | Austin | Dodge |
Model | A 30 | Spirit |
Year Released | 1954 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1254 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2630 mm |