1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2006 Kia Rio
To start off, 2006 Kia Rio is newer by 48 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 @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Kia Rio. (97 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Rio weights approximately 33 kg more than 1958 Austin-Healey 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1958 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin-Healey 100 | 2006 Kia Rio | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Kia |
Model | 100 | Rio |
Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 83.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1153 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |