1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1994 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 1994 Hyundai Accent is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Hyundai Accent (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 40 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1994 Hyundai Accent.
Because 1953 Austin A 40 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 1953 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Accent, 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, 1994 Hyundai Accent (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 40 | 1994 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Austin | Hyundai |
Model | A 40 | Accent |
Year Released | 1953 | 1994 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 83.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |