1956 Austin A 30 vs. 1998 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 1998 Dodge Caravan is newer by 42 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Caravan (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 1120 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, 1998 Dodge 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, 1998 Dodge Caravan (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge 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 | 1998 Dodge Caravan | |
Make | Austin | Dodge |
Model | A 30 | Caravan |
Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2880 mm |