1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 1998 Kia Retona
To start off, 1998 Kia Retona is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 2200 would be higher. At 2,161 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Abarth 2200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 2200 (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1998 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 2200 should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Retona weights approximately 810 kg more than 1959 Abarth 2200.
Because 1998 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 2200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Kia Retona 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, 1998 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 2200. (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 2200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 2200 | 1998 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Abarth | Kia |
| Model | 2200 | Retona |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2161 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2370 mm |
