1958 Austin A135 vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd 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 9 more horse power than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A135 weights approximately 739 kg more than 2010 Kia Cee'd. 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 Cee'd, 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (187 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin A135 | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | A135 | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 93.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1341 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 53 L |