1955 Austin A 90 vs. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 3,341 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 90 weights approximately 262 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 1955 Austin A 90 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 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe, 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, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 90. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1955 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1955 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 90 | 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Austin | Hyundai |
| Model | A 90 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 3341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
