1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2006 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 28 kg more than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2006 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Kia |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Picanto |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2380 mm |
