1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1997 Hyundai Satellite
To start off, 1997 Hyundai Satellite is newer by 44 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 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Hyundai Satellite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Hyundai Satellite (76 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Hyundai Satellite should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 480 kg more than 1953 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Hyundai Satellite, 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, 1997 Hyundai Satellite (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Hyundai Satellite 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 | 1997 Hyundai Satellite | |
| Make | Austin | Hyundai |
| Model | A 40 | Satellite |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2820 mm |
