1956 Austin A 30 vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 55 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1627 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 30. 2011 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 1956 Austin A 30 has manual transmission. 1956 Austin A 30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 30 | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Austin | Dodge |
Model | A 30 | Ram |
Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 5817 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3569 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 98 L |