1950 Austin A135 vs. 2011 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Tucson (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1950 Austin A135. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A135 weights approximately 509 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Tucson.
Because 1950 Austin A135 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 A135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Tucson, 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 A135 (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Tucson. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A135 | 2011 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Austin | Hyundai |
Model | A135 | Tucson |
Year Released | 1950 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1511 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4399 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |