1954 Austin A 70 vs. 2009 Hyundai Coupe
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Coupe (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 150 kg more than 1954 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Austin A 70 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 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Coupe, 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, 2009 Hyundai Coupe (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 70 | 2009 Hyundai Coupe | |
| Make | Austin | Hyundai |
| Model | A 70 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 55 L |
