1954 Austin A 30 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 52 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1570 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 30. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1954 Austin A 30 has manual transmission. 1954 Austin A 30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 30 | 2006 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 30 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 117 L |
