1949 Austin A 90 vs. 2009 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i20 is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 90.
Because 1949 Austin A 90 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 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i20, 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 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1949 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i20. 2009 Hyundai i20 has automatic transmission and 1949 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1949 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai i20 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1949 Austin A 90 | 2009 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Austin | Hyundai |
Model | A 90 | i20 |
Year Released | 1949 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 17:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2525 mm |