1954 Austin A 90 vs. 2002 Kia Visto
To start off, 2002 Kia Visto is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin A 90 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2002 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 90 weights approximately 590 kg more than 2002 Kia Visto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Kia Visto, 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, 1954 Austin A 90 (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 90 | 2002 Kia Visto | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | A 90 | Visto |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2390 mm |
