1953 Austin A 40 vs. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 758 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 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Santa Fe | |
| Make | Austin | Hyundai |
| Model | A 40 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 72 L |
