1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2009 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Sonata (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 331 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Sonata.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Hyundai Sonata (219 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2009 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Hyundai |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2740 mm |
