1954 Austin A 30 vs. 2007 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 53 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 30.
Because 2007 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Dodge Nitro (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 30. 2007 Dodge Nitro 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. 2007 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 30 | 2007 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | A 30 | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 74 L |
