1950 Austin A 70 vs. 2005 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Accent is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Accent (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 70 weights approximately 326 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Accent.
Because 1950 Austin A 70 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 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1950 Austin A 70 (158 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (132 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 70 | 2005 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Austin | Hyundai |
Model | A 70 | Accent |
Year Released | 1950 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 83.5 mm |
Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1014 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 45 L |