1956 Austin A 40 vs. 1998 Kia Avella
To start off, 1998 Kia Avella is newer by 42 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 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Avella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Avella (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 40 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1998 Kia Avella.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Avella 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 | 1998 Kia Avella | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | A 40 | Avella |
Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2400 mm |