1949 Austin A 110 vs. 2012 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Accent is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Accent (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 110. (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 110 weights approximately 873 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Accent.
Because 1949 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 1949 Austin A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1949 Austin A 110 (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Accent. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1949 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin A 110 | 2012 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Austin | Hyundai |
Model | A 110 | Accent |
Year Released | 1949 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1102 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4115 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1699 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 43 L |