1954 Austin A 30 vs. 2006 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2006 Kia Pregio 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 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Pregio (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Pregio should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Pregio weights approximately 1320 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 Kia Pregio (176 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Pregio 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 | 2006 Kia Pregio | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | A 30 | Pregio |
Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 2665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 65 L |