1960 Cadillac Brougham vs. 2001 Kia Retona
To start off, 2001 Kia Retona is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Cadillac Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Cadillac Brougham would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Cadillac Brougham (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2001 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac Brougham should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 425 kg more than 2001 Kia Retona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Cadillac Brougham. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1960 Cadillac Brougham (591 Nm) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Retona. (205 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Cadillac Brougham | 2001 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | Brougham | Retona |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 591 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2370 mm |
