1954 Austin A 30 vs. 2002 Honda Stream
To start off, 2002 Honda Stream is newer by 48 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 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Stream weights approximately 630 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, 2002 Honda Stream, 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, 2002 Honda Stream (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Stream 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 | 2002 Honda Stream | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 30 | Stream |
Year Released | 1954 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 1668 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 94.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |