1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2011 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2011 Kia Cee'd is newer by 61 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 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Cee'd (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 392 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, 2011 Kia Cee'd, 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, 2011 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Cee'd 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 | 2011 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | A 40 | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1950 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 77.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 17.3:1 |
Top Speed | 127 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 53 L |