1960 Austin A 90 vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 90 weights approximately 237 kg more than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Because 1960 Austin A 90 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 1960 Austin A 90. 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, 1960 Austin A 90 (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 90 | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | A 90 | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 53 L |
