1959 Austin A 135 vs. 2010 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2010 Kia Sedona 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 Sedona (244 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sedona 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 100 kg more than 2010 Kia Sedona.
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 Sedona, 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, 2010 Kia Sedona (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 135. 2010 Kia Sedona has automatic transmission and 1959 Austin A 135 has manual transmission. 1959 Austin A 135 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Sedona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 135 | 2010 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | A 135 | Sedona |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4811 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2891 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |