1959 Austin A 95 vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 95 weights approximately 62 kg more than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Because 1959 Austin A 95 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 95. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 95 (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 95 | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | A 95 | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 77.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 85.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
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 | 1325 kg | 1263 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 53 L |