1948 Austin A 70 vs. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 628 kg more than 1948 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe 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.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin A 70 | 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Austin | Hyundai |
Model | A 70 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1948 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1898 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |