1962 Abarth 2400 vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 46 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 31 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 637 kg more than 1962 Abarth 2400.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Kia Sportage (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 2400.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Abarth 2400 | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Abarth | Kia |
Model | 2400 | Sportage |
Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2323 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2640 mm |