1953 Austin A 40 vs. 2003 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Accent is newer by 50 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai Accent (107 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 55 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, 2003 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, 2003 Hyundai Accent (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 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 | 2003 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Austin | Hyundai |
| Model | A 40 | Accent |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |
