1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2008 Kia Carens
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens is newer by 58 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40.
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, 2008 Kia Carens, 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, 2008 Kia Carens (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Carens 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 | 2008 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | A 40 | Carens |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 127 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |
