1957 Austin A 40 vs. 2008 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2008 Kia Picanto is newer by 51 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A 40 weights approximately 122 kg more than 2008 Kia Picanto.
Because 1957 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 1957 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1957 Austin A 40 (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1957 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Picanto. 2008 Kia Picanto has automatic transmission and 1957 Austin A 40 has manual transmission. 1957 Austin A 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Picanto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 40 | 2008 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | A 40 | Picanto |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| 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 | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 928 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 |
