1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2009 Kia Rio
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 59 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 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Rio (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 542 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, 2009 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, 2009 Kia Rio (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Rio 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 | 2009 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | A 40 | Rio |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Top Speed | 127 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1508 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |
