1953 Buick 40 vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,315 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1953 Buick 40. (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1953 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Buick 40 weights approximately 116 kg more than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 1953 Buick 40 (304 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1953 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Buick 40 | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | 40 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4315 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2640 mm |
