1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2000 Kia Retona
To start off, 2000 Kia Retona is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Retona weights approximately 420 kg more than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2000 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Kia |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Retona |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2370 mm |
