1956 Austin A 30 vs. 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 895 kg more than 1956 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Austin A 30. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan, 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, 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 30 | 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | A 30 | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 2971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3040 mm |
