1956 Austin A 95 vs. 1995 Kia Capital
To start off, 1995 Kia Capital is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 95 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1995 Kia Capital.
Because 1956 Austin A 95 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 95. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Kia Capital, 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 95 (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Capital. (153 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1956 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Capital. 1995 Kia Capital has automatic transmission and 1956 Austin A 95 has manual transmission. 1956 Austin A 95 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Kia Capital will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 95 | 1995 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | A 95 | Capital |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
