1959 Austin 7 vs. 2012 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i30 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin 7 would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i30 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1959 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 761 kg more than 1959 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin 7 | 2012 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Austin | Hyundai |
| Model | 7 | i30 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1371 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2710 mm |
