1969 Austin 1300 vs. 2011 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Kyron (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1969 Austin 1300. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 1068 kg more than 1969 Austin 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Austin 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2011 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin 1300. (101 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Austin 1300 | 2011 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Austin | SsangYong |
| Model | 1300 | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 75 L |
