1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2009 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Accent is newer by 59 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40.
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, 2009 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, 2009 Hyundai Accent (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Accent 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 | 2009 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Austin | Hyundai |
| Model | A 40 | Accent |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |
