1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2009 Kia Rio
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 51 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 20 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 388 kg more than 1958 Austin-Healey 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey 100 | 2009 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Kia |
| Model | 100 | Rio |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1508 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 |
