1948 Austin A 90 vs. 1995 Kia Retona
To start off, 1995 Kia Retona is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 510 kg more than 1948 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Kia Retona 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, 1995 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin A 90 | 1995 Kia Retona | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | A 90 | Retona |
Year Released | 1948 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |