1964 Austin A 110 vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 110. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 160 kg more than 1964 Austin A 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Austin A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 110. (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 110 | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | A 110 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1604 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 58 L |
