1955 Austin A 135 vs. 2006 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2006 Kia Pregio is newer by 51 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 35 more horse power than 2006 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 135 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2006 Kia Pregio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1955 Austin A 135 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Pregio. (176 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1955 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Pregio.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 135 | 2006 Kia Pregio | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | A 135 | Pregio |
Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2590 mm |