1966 Ferrari Dino vs. 1998 Kia Retona

To start off, 1998 Kia Retona is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1998 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Retona weights approximately 830 kg more than 1966 Ferrari Dino.

Because 1998 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ferrari Dino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Kia Retona (205 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari Dino. (188 Nm). This means 1998 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari Dino.

Compare all specifications:

1966 Ferrari Dino 1998 Kia Retona
Make Ferrari Kia
Model Dino Retona
Year Released 1966 1998
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 1987 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 177 HP 90 HP
Engine RPM 8000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 188 Nm 205 Nm
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 57 mm 92 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1040 kg 1870 kg
Vehicle Length 4150 mm 4010 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1070 mm 1840 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2370 mm


 

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