1956 Austin A 90 vs. 2008 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Sonata (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 90 weights approximately 126 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 1956 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 1956 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Hyundai Sonata (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 90 | 2008 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Austin | Hyundai |
| Model | A 90 | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 67 L |
