1956 Austin A 40 vs. 2002 Kia Rio
To start off, 2002 Kia Rio is newer by 46 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 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Rio (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Rio 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 10 kg more than 2002 Kia Rio.
Because 1956 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 1956 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Kia Rio, 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, 2002 Kia Rio (113 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (79 Nm). This means 2002 Kia Rio 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 | 2002 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | A 40 | Rio |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 71.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 83.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2420 mm |
