1967 Austin A 40 vs. 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 35 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe (139 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 830 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, 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe, 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, 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 | 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Austin | Hyundai |
| Model | A 40 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 45 L |
