1953 Austin A 90 vs. 1997 Kia Retona
To start off, 1997 Kia Retona is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,658 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Retona weights approximately 480 kg more than 1953 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Kia Retona 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, 1997 Kia Retona (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 90 | 1997 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | A 90 | Retona |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2658 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 | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |
