1963 Austin A 90 vs. 2006 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 430 kg more than 1963 Austin A 90.
Because 1963 Austin A 90 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 1963 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Picanto, 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, 1963 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1963 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin A 90 | 2006 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | A 90 | Picanto |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 35 L |
