1972 Ferrari Dino vs. 2001 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2001 Kia Sportage is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2001 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Sportage weights approximately 232 kg more than 1972 Ferrari Dino.
Because 2001 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ferrari Dino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1972 Ferrari Dino (226 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm). This means 1972 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ferrari Dino | 2001 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | Dino | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
