1956 Austin A 90 vs. 2005 Kia K2700
To start off, 2005 Kia K2700 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,665 cc, 2005 Kia K2700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Austin A 90 (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Kia K2700. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia K2700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia K2700 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1956 Austin A 90.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Kia K2700 (176 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia K2700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 90 | 2005 Kia K2700 | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | A 90 | K2700 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2665 cc |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1530 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
