1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2011 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2011 Kia Rondo is newer by 54 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, 2011 Kia Rondo (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Rondo weights approximately 63 kg more than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rondo. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2011 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Kia |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
