1952 Austin A 90 vs. 2007 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2007 Kia Cee'd is newer by 55 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, 2007 Kia Cee'd (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 90 weights approximately 127 kg more than 2007 Kia Cee'd.
Because 1952 Austin A 90 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 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Cee'd, 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, 1952 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Cee'd. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 90 | 2007 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | A 90 | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
