1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2012 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Getz is newer by 62 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), 2012 Hyundai Getz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Getz (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 193 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, 2012 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, 2012 Hyundai Getz (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Austin | Hyundai |
| Model | A 40 | Getz |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1163 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |
