1959 Austin A 99 vs. 2013 Kia RIO
To start off, 2013 Kia RIO is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia RIO (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 99. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia RIO should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 99 weights approximately 434 kg more than 2013 Kia RIO.
Because 1959 Austin A 99 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 99. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia RIO, 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 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia RIO. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia RIO.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 99 | 2013 Kia RIO | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | A 99 | RIO |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1096 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4045 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 43 L |