1957 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sportage (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 405 kg more than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Kia Sportage is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage 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, 2013 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. (143 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. 2013 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1957 Austin-Healey 100 has manual transmission. 1957 Austin-Healey 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1957 Austin-Healey 100 | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Kia |
Model | 100 | Sportage |
Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1645 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 58 L |