1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1997 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 1997 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 47 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Hyundai Sonata (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 294 kg more than 1950 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Hyundai Sonata, 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, 1997 Hyundai Sonata (132 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Hyundai Sonata 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 | 1997 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Austin | Hyundai |
| Model | A 40 | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
