1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2005 Kia Sportage

To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 49 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, 2005 Kia Sportage (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 237 kg more than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sportage (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.

Compare all specifications:

1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible 2005 Kia Sportage
Make Austin-Healey Kia
Model Sports Convertible Sportage
Year Released 1956 2005
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Size 2993 cc 1991 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 105 HP 111 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 246 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 1687 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4360 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2620 mm


 

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