1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1996 Kia Avella
To start off, 1996 Kia Avella is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Kia Avella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Kia Avella (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 40 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1996 Kia Avella.
Because 1954 Austin A 40 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 1954 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Kia Avella, 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, 1996 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 40 | 1996 Kia Avella | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | A 40 | Avella |
Year Released | 1954 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2400 mm |