1954 Austin A 30 vs. 2000 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 46 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki Vitara (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 550 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 2000 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Suzuki Vitara (138 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Suzuki Vitara 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 | 2000 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | A 30 | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2210 mm |
