1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2000 Kia Rio
To start off, 2000 Kia Rio is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Rio (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 40 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2000 Kia Rio.
Because 1952 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 1952 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Kia Rio (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 40 | 2000 Kia Rio | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | A 40 | Rio |
Year Released | 1952 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1199 cc | 1343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2420 mm |