1954 Austin A 30 vs. 1999 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 1999 Seat Alhambra is newer by 45 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Alhambra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 965 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, 1999 Seat Alhambra, 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, 1999 Seat Alhambra (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Alhambra 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 | 1999 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Austin | Seat |
Model | A 30 | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1954 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |