1952 Austin A 70 vs. 1999 Hyundai Coupe
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 47 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, 1999 Hyundai Coupe (111 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Coupe 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 65 kg more than 1999 Hyundai Coupe.
Because 1952 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 1952 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1952 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Coupe. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 70 | 1999 Hyundai Coupe | |
| Make | Austin | Hyundai |
| Model | A 70 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1215 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 |
