1954 Austin A 30 vs. 2011 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2011 Fiat Croma 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Croma (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Croma weights approximately 825 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.
Because 1954 Austin A 30 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Austin A 30. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Croma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Fiat Croma (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Croma 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 | 2011 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 30 | Croma |
Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 88.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 62 L |