1961 Austin A 55 vs. 2004 Kia Pride Wagon
To start off, 2004 Kia Pride Wagon is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Austin A 55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Pride Wagon (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Pride Wagon should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A 55 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon.
Because 1961 Austin A 55 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 1961 Austin A 55. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Pride Wagon, 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, 2004 Kia Pride Wagon (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Pride Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 55 | 2004 Kia Pride Wagon | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | A 55 | Pride Wagon |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2350 mm |
