1965 Austin A 60 vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (173 HP) has 113 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 165 kg more than 1965 Austin A 60. 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 1965 Austin A 60. 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 (242 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin A 60 | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | A 60 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1621 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 173 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 65 L |
