1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte is newer by 59 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Forte weights approximately 269 kg more than 1952 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Kia Forte, 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 Forte (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Forte 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 | 2011 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | A 40 | Forte |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 52 L |
