1970 Fiat Dino vs. 2005 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2005 Kia Magentis is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,416 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Kia Magentis. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Magentis weights approximately 78 kg more than 1970 Fiat Dino.
Because 1970 Fiat 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 1970 Fiat Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Magentis, 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, 1970 Fiat Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Magentis. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Fiat Dino | 2005 Kia Magentis | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Dino | Magentis |
Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2416 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2620 mm |