1956 Austin A 40 vs. 1996 Kia Retona
To start off, 1996 Kia Retona is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Retona weights approximately 820 kg more than 1956 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Kia Retona will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1996 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 40 | 1996 Kia Retona | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | A 40 | Retona |
Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2370 mm |