1962 Austin A 40 vs. 2004 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2004 Kia Sportage is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sportage (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40.
Because 2004 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sportage 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, 2004 Kia Sportage (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 40 | 2004 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | A 40 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
