1954 Austin-Healey Tickford 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 Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sportage (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 5 kg more than 2013 Kia Sportage.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin-Healey Tickford | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Kia |
Model | Tickford | Sportage |
Year Released | 1954 | 2013 |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1645 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2640 mm |