1959 Austin-Healey 3000 vs. 2006 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 would be higher. At 2,911 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 (124 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 861 kg more than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000.
Because 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 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 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Picanto, 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, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 (237 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto. 2006 Kia Picanto has automatic transmission and 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 has manual transmission. 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Picanto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1959 Austin-Healey 3000 | 2006 Kia Picanto | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Kia |
Model | 3000 | Picanto |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2911 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1143 kg | 2004 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 35 L |