1959 Austin A 55 vs. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (276 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 650 kg more than 1959 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Austin A 55 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 1959 Austin A 55. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe, 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, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (336 Nm) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 55 | 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Austin | Hyundai |
| Model | A 55 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4676 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
