1969 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 2010 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2010 Kia Carnival is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2010 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carnival weights approximately 670 kg more than 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta.
Because 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Carnival, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 De Tomaso Mangusta (531 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm). This means 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta | 2010 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Kia |
| Model | Mangusta | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2910 mm |
