1955 Austin A 55 vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 55. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1955 Austin A 55 has manual transmission. 1955 Austin A 55 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 55 | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | A 55 | Rondo |
Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |