1967 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 2001 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2001 Kia Sportage is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2001 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 93 kg more than 2001 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta (531 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1967 De Tomaso Mangusta | 2001 Kia Sportage | |
Make | De Tomaso | Kia |
Model | Mangusta | Sportage |
Year Released | 1967 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 531 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |