1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1996 Kia Capital
To start off, 1996 Kia Capital is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Kia Capital is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Capital weights approximately 359 kg more than 1950 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Austin A 40 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 1950 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Kia Capital, 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, 1996 Kia Capital (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Kia Capital will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 40 | 1996 Kia Capital | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | A 40 | Capital |
Year Released | 1950 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2530 mm |