1955 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2001 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2001 Kia Sportage is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,658 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 (132 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Sportage weights approximately 606 kg more than 1955 Austin-Healey 100.
Because 2001 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 (228 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey 100 | 2001 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Kia |
| Model | 100 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2658 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 851 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |
