1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2012 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Sonata (198 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Hyundai Sonata (249 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2012 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Hyundai |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2794 mm |
