1958 Austin A 95 vs. 2008 Kia Rio
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio is newer by 50 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, 2008 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A 95 weights approximately 71 kg more than 2008 Kia Rio.
Because 1958 Austin A 95 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 1958 Austin A 95. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1958 Austin A 95 (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 95 | 2008 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | A 95 | Rio |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
