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, 1950 Austin A 70 (66 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Austin A 70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 70 weights approximately 405 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (105 Nm @ 2450 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 | 1341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2450 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 72 L |