1956 Austin A 40 vs. 2012 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2012 Kia Picanto is newer by 56 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Picanto (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Picanto 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 200 kg more than 2012 Kia Picanto.
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, 2012 Kia Picanto, 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, 1956 Austin A 40 (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Picanto. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Picanto. 2012 Kia Picanto has automatic transmission and 1956 Austin A 40 has manual transmission. 1956 Austin A 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Kia Picanto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 40 | 2012 Kia Picanto | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | A 40 | Picanto |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 35 L |