1963 Cadillac Sixty vs. 2004 Kia Retona
To start off, 2004 Kia Retona is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Cadillac Sixty (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2004 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Cadillac Sixty should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 255 kg more than 2004 Kia Retona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Cadillac Sixty. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1963 Cadillac Sixty (582 Nm) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Retona. (205 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac Sixty | 2004 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | Sixty | Retona |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
| 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 | 197 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2370 mm |
