1950 Austin A135 vs. 2005 Kia Carens
To start off, 2005 Kia Carens is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Austin A135 (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 158 kg more than 1950 Austin A135.
Because 1950 Austin A135 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 A135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1950 Austin A135 (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A135 | 2005 Kia Carens | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | A135 | Carens |
Year Released | 1950 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 2178 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |