1962 Austin A 60 vs. 2012 Kia Rio
To start off, 2012 Kia Rio is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Rio (138 HP) has 78 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 60 weights approximately 27 kg more than 2012 Kia Rio.
Because 1962 Austin A 60 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 60. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Kia Rio (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 60 | 2012 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | A 60 | Rio |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1093 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 43 L |
