1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2000 Kia Spectra
To start off, 2000 Kia Spectra is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 (101 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Kia Spectra. (99 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Spectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Spectra weights approximately 4 kg more than 1958 Austin-Healey 100.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Kia Spectra (146 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (142 Nm). This means 2000 Kia Spectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey 100 | 2000 Kia Spectra | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Kia |
| Model | 100 | Spectra |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 99 HP |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 83.3 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2570 mm |
