1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2010 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Getz is newer by 60 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 1,341 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Getz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Getz (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 185 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, 2010 Hyundai Getz, 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, 2010 Hyundai Getz (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Getz 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 | 2010 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Austin | Hyundai |
| Model | A 40 | Getz |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 127 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |
