1948 Austin A 40 vs. 2011 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2011 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai ix35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai ix35 (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai ix35 should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 709 kg more than 1948 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Hyundai ix35 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai ix35 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, 2011 Hyundai ix35 (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai ix35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 40 | 2011 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Austin | Hyundai |
| Model | A 40 | ix35 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2640 mm |
