1956 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2003 Kia Amanti
To start off, 2003 Kia Amanti is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air would be higher. At 3,869 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Amanti (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Amanti should accelerate faster than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Because 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air 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 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Kia Amanti, 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, 2003 Kia Amanti (298 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (278 Nm). This means 2003 Kia Amanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Chevrolet Bel Air | 2003 Kia Amanti | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Bel Air | Amanti |
Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3869 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 298 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |