1954 Austin A 30 vs. 1996 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 1996 Dodge Caravan is newer by 42 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 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Caravan (156 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 1025 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, 1996 Dodge Caravan, 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, 1996 Dodge Caravan (275 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 30. 1996 Dodge Caravan has automatic transmission and 1954 Austin A 30 has manual transmission. 1954 Austin A 30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Dodge Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 30 | 1996 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | A 30 | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 3301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2880 mm |
