1955 Austin A 40 vs. 2010 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Getz is newer by 55 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 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Getz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Getz (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 80 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, 2010 Hyundai Getz, 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, 2010 Hyundai Getz (125 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 40 | 2010 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Austin | Hyundai |
| Model | A 40 | Getz |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
