1951 Austin A 70 vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70.
2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1951 Austin A 70 has manual transmission. 1951 Austin A 70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 70 | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | A 70 | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
