1958 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 2009 Kia Carens
To start off, 2009 Kia Carens is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carens weights approximately 851 kg more than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Carens, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Kia Carens (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin-Healey Sprite | 2009 Kia Carens | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Kia |
Model | Sprite | Carens |
Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 664 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 55 L |