1964 Austin A 40 vs. 1997 Hyundai Satellite
To start off, 1997 Hyundai Satellite is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Hyundai Satellite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Hyundai Satellite (76 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Hyundai Satellite should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 710 kg more than 1964 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Hyundai Satellite, 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, 1997 Hyundai Satellite (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 40. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Hyundai Satellite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 40 | 1997 Hyundai Satellite | |
| Make | Austin | Hyundai |
| Model | A 40 | Satellite |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2820 mm |
