1954 Austin A 30 vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 51 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (346 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1899 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 30. (54 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram 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 | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | A 30 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 5621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2579 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 129 L |
