1958 Austin A 95 vs. 2000 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2000 Kia Potentia is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Potentia (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Potentia weights approximately 109 kg more than 1958 Austin A 95. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Kia Potentia (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Potentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 95.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin A 95 | 2000 Kia Potentia | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | A 95 | Potentia |
Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 87.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2720 mm |