1955 Austin A 30 vs. 2012 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sportage (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sportage weights approximately 765 kg more than 1955 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Austin A 30 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 30. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage, 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, 2012 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 30. 2012 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1955 Austin A 30 has manual transmission. 1955 Austin A 30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 30 | 2012 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | A 30 | Sportage |
Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1636 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 58 L |