1954 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sportage (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 631 kg more than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Kia Sportage is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage 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, 2013 Kia Sportage (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. 2013 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1954 Austin-Healey 100 has manual transmission. 1954 Austin-Healey 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1954 Austin-Healey 100 | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Kia |
Model | 100 | Sportage |
Year Released | 1954 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1645 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2640 mm |