1964 Austin A 90 vs. 2004 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2004 Kia Sportage is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Because 2004 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Kia Sportage (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin A 90 | 2004 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | A 90 | Sportage |
Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |