1954 Austin A 30 vs. 2010 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i20 is newer by 56 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai i20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai i20 (77 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 405 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, 2010 Hyundai i20, 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, 2010 Hyundai i20 (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai i20 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 | 2010 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Austin | Hyundai |
Model | A 30 | i20 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2525 mm |