1955 Austin A 40 vs. 1994 Hyundai Marcia
To start off, 1994 Hyundai Marcia is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Hyundai Marcia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Hyundai Marcia (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Marcia should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Hyundai Marcia weights approximately 320 kg more than 1955 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Marcia, 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, 1994 Hyundai Marcia (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Hyundai Marcia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 40. 1994 Hyundai Marcia has automatic transmission and 1955 Austin A 40 has manual transmission. 1955 Austin A 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Hyundai Marcia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 40 | 1994 Hyundai Marcia | |
| Make | Austin | Hyundai |
| Model | A 40 | Marcia |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
