1948 Austin A 110 vs. 2009 Kia Optima
To start off, 2009 Kia Optima is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Optima (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 110.
Because 1948 Austin A 110 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 1948 Austin A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Optima, 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, 1948 Austin A 110 (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Optima. (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1948 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 110 | 2009 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | A 110 | Optima |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 62 L |
