1969 Ford GT 40 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 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sportage. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 616 kg more than 1969 Ford GT 40.
Because 2013 Kia Sportage is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Ford GT 40. 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, 2013 Kia Sportage (365 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2013 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford GT 40. 2013 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1969 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1969 Ford GT 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1969 Ford GT 40 | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | GT 40 | Sportage |
Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 365 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1645 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 58 L |