1966 Austin A 90 vs. 2005 Kia Carens
To start off, 2005 Kia Carens is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 608 kg more than 1966 Austin A 90.
Because 1966 Austin A 90 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carens, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Kia Carens (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 90. (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin A 90. 2005 Kia Carens has automatic transmission and 1966 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1966 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Carens will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Austin A 90 | 2005 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | A 90 | Carens |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| 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 | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2178 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |
