1958 Austin A135 vs. 2008 Kia Carens
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin A135 (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carens.
Because 1958 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 1958 Austin A135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carens, 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 A135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin A135 | 2008 Kia Carens | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | A135 | Carens |
Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |