1956 Austin A 90 vs. 2011 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i30 is newer by 55 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, 2011 Hyundai i30 (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i30 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 106 kg more than 2011 Hyundai i30.
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, 2011 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, 1956 Austin A 90 (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1956 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 90 | 2011 Hyundai i30 | |
Make | Austin | Hyundai |
Model | A 90 | i30 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1214 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 53 L |