1952 Austin A 70 vs. 1974 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 1974 Hyundai Pony is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Hyundai Pony (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 70 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1974 Hyundai Pony.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 70 | 1974 Hyundai Pony | |
| Make | Austin | Hyundai |
| Model | A 70 | Pony |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
