1957 Austin A135 vs. 2000 Kia Spectra
To start off, 2000 Kia Spectra is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin A135 (148 HP) has 49 more horse power than 2000 Kia Spectra. (99 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Spectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A135 weights approximately 956 kg more than 2000 Kia Spectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Austin A135 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 A135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Spectra, 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 A135 (308 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Spectra. (146 Nm). This means 1957 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A135 | 2000 Kia Spectra | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | A135 | Spectra |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 99 HP |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 83.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2570 mm |
