1962 Abarth 2400 vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 2400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 2400 would be higher. At 2,323 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Abarth 2400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Abarth 2400 (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 950 kg more than 1962 Abarth 2400.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Abarth 2400. 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, 1962 Abarth 2400 (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1962 Abarth 2400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Abarth 2400 | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Abarth | Kia |
Model | 2400 | Sportage |
Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2323 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2640 mm |