1954 Austin A 30 vs. 2004 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2004 Dodge Caravan is newer by 50 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Caravan (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 1061 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, 2004 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, 2004 Dodge Caravan (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Caravan 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 | 2004 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | A 30 | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 101 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1741 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 61 L |
