1957 Austin A 40 vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 950 kg more than 1957 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Kia Sportage (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A 40 | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | A 40 | Sportage |
Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 58 L |