1956 Austin A 35 vs. 1999 Kia Avella
To start off, 1999 Kia Avella is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Avella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Avella (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Avella weights approximately 169 kg more than 1956 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 35 | 1999 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | A 35 | Avella |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 946 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 749 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2400 mm |
