1956 Austin A 90 vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 is newer by 56 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, 2012 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 90.
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, 2012 Hyundai i20, 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1956 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i20. 2012 Hyundai i20 has automatic transmission and 1956 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1956 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Hyundai i20 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 90 | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Austin | Hyundai |
| Model | A 90 | i20 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2525 mm |
