1948 Austin 16 vs. 2008 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Accent is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1948 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin 16 weights approximately 222 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Accent.
Because 1948 Austin 16 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 1948 Austin 16. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Accent, 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, 1948 Austin 16 (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1948 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin 16 | 2008 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Austin | Hyundai |
| Model | 16 | Accent |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
