1956 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carnival (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 557 kg more than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. 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 Carnival (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin-Healey Tickford | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Kia |
Model | Tickford | Carnival |
Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2087 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2910 mm |