1951 Austin A 70 vs. 2005 Hyundai Coupe
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Coupe (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 70 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Coupe.
Because 1951 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 1951 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Coupe, 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, 2005 Hyundai Coupe (184 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 70 | 2005 Hyundai Coupe | |
Make | Austin | Hyundai |
Model | A 70 | Coupe |
Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 55 L |