1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1981 Kia Brisa
To start off, 1981 Kia Brisa is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Kia Brisa (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Kia Brisa should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 40 weights approximately 242 kg more than 1981 Kia Brisa.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 40 (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Kia Brisa. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 40 | 1981 Kia Brisa | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | A 40 | Brisa |
Year Released | 1953 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2270 mm |