1949 Austin 16 vs. 2009 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2009 Kia Picanto is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Picanto (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1949 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Picanto should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin 16 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2009 Kia Picanto.
Because 1949 Austin 16 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 1949 Austin 16. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Picanto, 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, 1949 Austin 16 (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Picanto. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1949 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin 16 | 2009 Kia Picanto | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | 16 | Picanto |
Year Released | 1949 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 35 L |