1955 Austin A 40 vs. 2003 Kia Visto
To start off, 2003 Kia Visto is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Visto (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Visto should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 40 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2003 Kia Visto.
Because 1955 Austin A 40 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 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1955 Austin A 40 (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 40 | 2003 Kia Visto | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | A 40 | Visto |
Year Released | 1955 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2390 mm |