1953 Austin A 90 vs. 2012 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i30 is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,658 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i30 (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 66 kg more than 1953 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Austin A 90 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 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i30, 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, 2012 Hyundai i30 (304 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 90 | 2012 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Austin | Hyundai |
| Model | A 90 | i30 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2658 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
