1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2008 Kia Rio
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 165 kg more than 2008 Kia Rio.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2008 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Kia |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Rio |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
