1959 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Biarritz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Biarritz would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Biarritz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Biarritz (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Biarritz should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 838 kg more than 1999 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Cadillac Biarritz. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Biarritz | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | Biarritz | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2660 mm |
