1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2004 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2004 Kia Cerato is newer by 46 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, 2004 Kia Cerato (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Cerato should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 64 kg more than 2004 Kia Cerato.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Kia Cerato (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Cerato 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 | 2004 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Kia |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Cerato |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2620 mm |
