1963 Austin A 99 vs. 2007 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2007 Kia Cee'd is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Cee'd (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin A 99 weights approximately 162 kg more than 2007 Kia Cee'd.
Because 1963 Austin A 99 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 99. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Cee'd, 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, 2007 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Austin A 99 | 2007 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | A 99 | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 77.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1368 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 53 L |