1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2005 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Accent is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (105 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1958 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey 100 | 2005 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Hyundai |
| Model | 100 | Accent |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2450 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 72 L |
