1954 Austin A 40 vs. 2012 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i10 is newer by 58 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 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i10 (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i10 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 82 kg more than 2012 Hyundai i10.
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, 2012 Hyundai i10, 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, 2012 Hyundai i10 (95 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i10 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 | 2012 Hyundai i10 | |
Make | Austin | Hyundai |
Model | A 40 | i10 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 948 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3565 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1595 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2380 mm |