1960 Austin A 40 vs. 2011 Hyundai H1
To start off, 2011 Hyundai H1 is newer by 51 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai H1 (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai H1 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 40.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Hyundai H1 (224 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai H1 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 | 2011 Hyundai H1 | |
| Make | Austin | Hyundai |
| Model | A 40 | H1 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 75 L |
