1948 Austin A 110 vs. 2005 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 110 weights approximately 451 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Because 1948 Austin A 110 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 A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson, 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 A 110 (287 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (250 Nm). This means 1948 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 110 | 2005 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Austin | Hyundai |
| Model | A 110 | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1529 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 65 L |
