1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2001 Kia Retona
To start off, 2001 Kia Retona is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,491 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (420 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 2001 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Retona weights approximately 395 kg more than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2001 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (563 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 2001 Kia Retona | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Corvette | Retona |
Year Released | 1965 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6491 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 563 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2370 mm |