1952 Austin A 90 vs. 1997 Hyundai Marcia
To start off, 1997 Hyundai Marcia is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Hyundai Marcia (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Hyundai Marcia should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 90 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1997 Hyundai Marcia.
Because 1952 Austin A 90 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 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Hyundai Marcia, 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 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Hyundai Marcia. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Hyundai Marcia.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 90 | 1997 Hyundai Marcia | |
Make | Austin | Hyundai |
Model | A 90 | Marcia |
Year Released | 1952 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |