1954 Austin A 30 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 58 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 2,000 cc, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (1,973 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1945 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 1110 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, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan, 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, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 30. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan 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. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 30 | 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 30 | Sharan |
Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 1973 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1904 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2919 mm |