1955 Austin A 30 vs. 2007 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger (251 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1663 kg more than 1955 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Austin A 30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger 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 Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 30. 2007 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1955 Austin A 30 has manual transmission. 1955 Austin A 30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 30 | 2007 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | A 30 | Charger |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 72 L |
