1952 Austin A 70 vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 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 96 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 70 | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | A 70 | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| 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 | 66 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 60 L |
