1951 Ferrari 212 vs. 1999 Kia Shuma
To start off, 1999 Kia Shuma is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ferrari 212. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ferrari 212 would be higher. At 2,562 cc (12 cylinders), 1951 Ferrari 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Ferrari 212 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1999 Kia Shuma. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Ferrari 212 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Shuma weights approximately 186 kg more than 1951 Ferrari 212.
Because 1951 Ferrari 212 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 1951 Ferrari 212. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Shuma, 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, 1951 Ferrari 212 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Shuma. (155 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1951 Ferrari 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ferrari 212 | 1999 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | 212 | Shuma |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2562 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2570 mm |
