1953 Austin A 30 vs. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1222 kg more than 1953 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 30 | 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Austin | Hyundai |
Model | A 30 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1902 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 75 L |