1954 Austin A 30 vs. 2000 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2000 Toyota Previa 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Previa (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Previa weights approximately 845 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, 2000 Toyota Previa, 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, 2000 Toyota Previa (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Previa 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 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 30 | Previa |
Year Released | 1954 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2900 mm |