1960 Austin A 99 vs. 2011 Kia Carens
To start off, 2011 Kia Carens is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Carens (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 99. (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 99 weights approximately 11 kg more than 2011 Kia Carens.
Because 1960 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 1960 Austin A 99. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Carens, 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 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Carens. (189 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 99 | 2011 Kia Carens | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | A 99 | Carens |
Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86 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 | 1530 kg | 1519 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |