1962 Austin A 40 vs. 2011 Kia Venga
To start off, 2011 Kia Venga is newer by 49 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Venga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Venga (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Venga should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Venga weights approximately 493 kg more than 1962 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Austin A 40 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 1962 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Venga, 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, 2011 Kia Venga (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Venga 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 | 2011 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | A 40 | Venga |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1253 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 48 L |
