1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1992 Hyundai Scoupe
To start off, 1992 Hyundai Scoupe is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Hyundai Scoupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Hyundai Scoupe (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Hyundai Scoupe should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 40 weights approximately 14 kg more than 1992 Hyundai Scoupe.
Because 1950 Austin A 40 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 1950 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Hyundai Scoupe, 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, 1992 Hyundai Scoupe (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Hyundai Scoupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 40 | 1992 Hyundai Scoupe | |
| Make | Austin | Hyundai |
| Model | A 40 | Scoupe |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 976 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |
