1956 Austin A 30 vs. 2009 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 53 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 1092 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 2009 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Austin A 30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Actyon 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 SsangYong Actyon (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Actyon 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 | 2009 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Austin | SsangYong |
| Model | A 30 | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 75 L |
