1949 Austin A 90 vs. 2012 Kia Rio
To start off, 2012 Kia Rio is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 90 weights approximately 233 kg more than 2012 Kia Rio.
Because 1949 Austin A 90 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 A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Rio, 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 A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Rio. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1949 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Rio. 2012 Kia Rio has automatic transmission and 1949 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1949 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Kia Rio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 90 | 2012 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | A 90 | Rio |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 1126 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 43 L |
