1957 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2002 Kia Retona
To start off, 2002 Kia Retona is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Aston Martin DB3 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2002 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Retona weights approximately 932 kg more than 1957 Aston Martin DB3.
Because 2002 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Aston Martin DB3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Kia Retona will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Aston Martin DB3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Aston Martin DB3 | 2002 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Kia |
| Model | DB3 | Retona |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1872 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2370 mm |
