1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2010 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Elantra (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 206 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Elantra.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. (180 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2010 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Hyundai |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1246 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2649 mm |
