1958 Austin A135 vs. 2010 Kia Carens
To start off, 2010 Kia Carens is newer by 52 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 2010 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A135 weights approximately 565 kg more than 2010 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Carens. 2010 Kia Carens has automatic transmission and 1958 Austin A135 has manual transmission. 1958 Austin A135 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Carens will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin A135 | 2010 Kia Carens | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | A135 | Carens |
Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
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 | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1515 kg |
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 |