1966 Austin A 40 vs. 2000 Kia Avella
To start off, 2000 Kia Avella is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,322 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Avella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Avella (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Avella weights approximately 153 kg more than 1966 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Austin A 40 | 2000 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | A 40 | Avella |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2400 mm |
