1956 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 49 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 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 940 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, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon, 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, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon (244 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Tiburon 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 | 2005 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Austin | Hyundai |
| Model | A 40 | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1990 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
