1964 Austin A 40 vs. 2000 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2000 Kia Sportage is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 697 kg more than 1964 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 40. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin A 40 | 2000 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | A 40 | Sportage |
Year Released | 1964 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 86.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2660 mm |