1954 Austin A 40 vs. 2001 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 47 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Terracan (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1954 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Terracan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Hyundai Terracan (333 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Terracan 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 | 2001 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Austin | Hyundai |
| Model | A 40 | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 65 L |
