1967 Austin 1300 vs. 2006 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2006 Kia Pregio is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Pregio (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1967 Austin 1300. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Pregio should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Pregio weights approximately 1142 kg more than 1967 Austin 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Pregio 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 2006 Kia Pregio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Austin 1300, 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, 2006 Kia Pregio (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 1300. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Pregio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin 1300 | 2006 Kia Pregio | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | 1300 | Pregio |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 858 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 65 L |
