1960 Austin A 90 vs. 2011 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i40 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai i40 (133 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i40 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 34 kg more than 1960 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Austin A 90 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 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i40, 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, 1960 Austin A 90 (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i40. (164 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 90 | 2011 Hyundai i40 | |
| Make | Austin | Hyundai |
| Model | A 90 | i40 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1534 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2770 mm |
