1955 Austin A 30 vs. 2009 Fiat Sedici
To start off, 2009 Fiat Sedici is newer by 54 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Sedici is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Sedici (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Sedici should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Sedici weights approximately 720 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 2009 Fiat Sedici 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, 2009 Fiat Sedici 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, 2009 Fiat Sedici (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Sedici will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 30 | 2009 Fiat Sedici | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 30 | Sedici |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |
