1958 Austin A 35 vs. 2002 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Equus is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Equus (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1958 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Hyundai Equus (380 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 35 | 2002 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | Austin | Hyundai |
| Model | A 35 | Equus |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 5340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 80 L |
