1950 Austin A135 vs. 2012 Kia Rio
To start off, 2012 Kia Rio is newer by 62 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, 2012 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1950 Austin A135. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A135 weights approximately 894 kg more than 2012 Kia Rio.
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, 2012 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, 1950 Austin A135 (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Rio. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A135 | 2012 Kia Rio | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | A135 | Rio |
Year Released | 1950 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1126 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4046 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 43 L |