1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2011 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i30 is newer by 61 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai i30 (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 224 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, 2011 Hyundai i30, 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, 2011 Hyundai i30 (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai i30 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 | 2011 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Austin | Hyundai |
| Model | A 40 | i30 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 53 L |
