1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1997 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 1997 Hyundai Pony is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,341 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Hyundai Pony is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Hyundai Pony (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 40 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1997 Hyundai Pony.
Because 1954 Austin A 40 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 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Hyundai Pony, 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, 1997 Hyundai Pony (119 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Hyundai Pony will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 40 | 1997 Hyundai Pony | |
Make | Austin | Hyundai |
Model | A 40 | Pony |
Year Released | 1954 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 83.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |