1961 Austin Princess vs. 1999 Kia Rio
To start off, 1999 Kia Rio is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Austin Princess (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Kia Rio. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin Princess weights approximately 1235 kg more than 1999 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Austin Princess 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 Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1961 Austin Princess (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Rio. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1961 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin Princess | 1999 Kia Rio | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | Princess | Rio |
Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2420 mm |