1956 Austin A 40 vs. 2000 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Sonata (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 230 kg more than 1956 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Sonata, 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, 2000 Hyundai Sonata (132 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 40 | 2000 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Austin | Hyundai |
Model | A 40 | Sonata |
Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |