1954 Austin A 30 vs. 2010 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 56 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Chairman W (222 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 30.
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, 2010 SsangYong Chairman W (296 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Chairman W will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 30. 2010 SsangYong Chairman W 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. 2010 SsangYong Chairman W will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 30 | 2010 SsangYong Chairman W | |
Make | Austin | SsangYong |
Model | A 30 | Chairman W |
Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1495 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2970 mm |