1954 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2004 Kia Retona
To start off, 2004 Kia Retona is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Aston Martin DB2 (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Retona weights approximately 712 kg more than 1954 Aston Martin DB2.
Because 2004 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Retona 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, 2004 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Aston Martin DB2.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Aston Martin DB2 | 2004 Kia Retona | |
Make | Aston Martin | Kia |
Model | DB2 | Retona |
Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |