1954 Austin A 30 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 57 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (307 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 30. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche 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. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 30 | 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 30 | Avalanche |
Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 307 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 117 L |