1956 Austin Princess vs. 2005 Kia Rio
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1956 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin Princess weights approximately 1240 kg more than 2005 Kia Rio.
Because 1956 Austin Princess 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 Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1956 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin Princess | 2005 Kia Rio | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | Princess | Rio |
Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 944 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2420 mm |