1959 Austin A 135 vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin A 135 (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 135 weights approximately 713 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 1959 Austin A 135 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 1959 Austin A 135. 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, 1959 Austin A 135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 135 | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | A 135 | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 77.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1367 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 |