1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1997 Kia Clarus
To start off, 1997 Kia Clarus is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Clarus (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Clarus should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 230 kg more than 1997 Kia Clarus.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Clarus. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Clarus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1997 Kia Clarus | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Kia |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Clarus |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |
