1960 Austin A 40 vs. 1999 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Accent is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,341 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Hyundai Accent (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 330 kg more than 1960 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Austin A 40 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 1960 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Accent, 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, 1999 Hyundai Accent (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 40 | 1999 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Austin | Hyundai |
Model | A 40 | Accent |
Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2390 mm |