1952 Austin A 90 vs. 2000 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2000 Kia Sportage is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 67 kg more than 1952 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 1952 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 90 | 2000 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | A 90 | Sportage |
Year Released | 1952 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |