1959 Austin A 35 vs. 2005 Kia Rio
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Rio (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Rio weights approximately 400 kg more than 1959 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Rio (141 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 35. (68 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 35 | 2005 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | A 35 | Rio |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 45 L |
