1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 773 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Ferrari | Kia |
Model | 500 Testarossa | Sportage |
Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2660 mm |