1955 Austin A 135 vs. 2003 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2003 Kia Shuma is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin A 135 (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2003 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 135 weights approximately 1088 kg more than 2003 Kia Shuma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Austin A 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Kia Shuma, 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, 1955 Austin A 135 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1955 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 135 | 2003 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | A 135 | Shuma |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2570 mm |
