1969 AMC Hornet vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 AMC Hornet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 AMC Hornet would be higher. At 4,983 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 AMC Hornet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 AMC Hornet (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sportage. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC Hornet should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 176 kg more than 1969 AMC Hornet.
Because 2013 Kia Sportage is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 AMC Hornet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1969 AMC Hornet (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 AMC Hornet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC Hornet | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | AMC | Kia |
| Model | Hornet | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4983 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 97 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |
