1954 Austin A 30 vs. 2006 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Atos is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 1,086 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Atos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Atos (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Atos should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 205 kg more than 1954 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Austin A 30 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 1954 Austin A 30. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Atos, 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, 2006 Hyundai Atos (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Atos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 30 | 2006 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Austin | Hyundai |
| Model | A 30 | Atos |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 35 L |
