1955 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2003 Kia Visto
To start off, 2003 Kia Visto is newer by 48 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 79 more horse power than 2003 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 51 kg more than 2003 Kia Visto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Austin-Healey 100 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Austin-Healey 100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Kia Visto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey 100 | 2003 Kia Visto | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Kia |
| Model | 100 | Visto |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2658 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 851 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2390 mm |
