1954 Buick 40 vs. 2012 Hyundai H1
To start off, 2012 Hyundai H1 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 40 (193 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai H1. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai H1.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Buick 40 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai H1. (224 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai H1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 2012 Hyundai H1 | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | 40 | H1 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3210 mm |
