1969 Ferrari Dino vs. 2004 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2004 Kia Shuma is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2004 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Shuma weights approximately 10 kg more than 1969 Ferrari Dino.
Because 1969 Ferrari Dino 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 Ferrari Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Shuma, 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 Ferrari Dino (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ferrari Dino | 2004 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | Dino | Shuma |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
