1961 Austin A vs. 1995 Kia Retona
To start off, 1995 Kia Retona is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1961 Austin A. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 725 kg more than 1961 Austin A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Austin A. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Kia Retona will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A. (87 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1995 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A | 1995 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | A | Retona |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2370 mm |
