1953 Austin A 135 vs. 2003 Kia Pride Wagon

To start off, 2003 Kia Pride Wagon is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin A 135 (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2003 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 135 weights approximately 1360 kg more than 2003 Kia Pride Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1953 Austin A 135 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 1953 Austin A 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Kia Pride Wagon, 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, 1953 Austin A 135 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Pride Wagon. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Pride Wagon.

Compare all specifications:

1953 Austin A 135 2003 Kia Pride Wagon
Make Austin Kia
Model A 135 Pride Wagon
Year Released 1953 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3993 cc 1324 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 118 HP 63 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 2180 kg 820 kg
Vehicle Length 5470 mm 3930 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 3360 mm 2350 mm


 

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