2001 Hyundai Accent vs. 1955 Studebaker President State
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Accent is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Studebaker President State. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Studebaker President State would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Studebaker President State is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Studebaker President State (174 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Accent. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Studebaker President State should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 140 kg more than 1955 Studebaker President State.
Because 2001 Hyundai Accent is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Studebaker President State. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Accent will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Hyundai Accent (678 Nm) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Studebaker President State. (353 Nm). This means 2001 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Studebaker President State.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Accent | 1955 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Hyundai | Studebaker |
| Model | Accent | President State |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
