1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 52 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe (139 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 620 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, 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe, 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, 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 | 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Austin | Hyundai |
Model | A 40 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1950 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |