1958 AC 2-Litre vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1958 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1958 AC 2-Litre.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC 2-Litre. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1958 AC 2-Litre has manual transmission. 1958 AC 2-Litre will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC 2-Litre | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
Make | AC | Kia |
Model | 2-Litre | Rondo |
Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |