1959 Austin A 135 vs. 2010 Kia Optima
To start off, 2010 Kia Optima 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, 2010 Kia Optima (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 135 weights approximately 648 kg more than 2010 Kia Optima.
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 Optima, 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Optima. (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 135 | 2010 Kia Optima | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | A 135 | Optima |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1432 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4801 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 62 L |