1967 Austin A 40 vs. 1996 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Lantra (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 335 kg more than 1967 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Lantra, 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, 1996 Hyundai Lantra (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin A 40 | 1996 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | Austin | Hyundai |
| Model | A 40 | Lantra |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2560 mm |
