1955 Austin A 135 vs. 2007 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2007 Kia Cerato is newer by 52 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, 2007 Kia Cerato (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Cerato should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 135 weights approximately 787 kg more than 2007 Kia Cerato.
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, 2007 Kia Cerato, 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Cerato. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1955 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 135 | 2007 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | A 135 | Cerato |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2620 mm |
