1956 Austin A 35 vs. 2012 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i30 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i30 (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 707 kg more than 1956 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Austin A 35 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 1956 Austin A 35. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i30, 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, 2012 Hyundai i30 (304 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 35 | 2012 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Austin | Hyundai |
| Model | A 35 | i30 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 946 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 749 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 53 L |
