1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (247 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford GT 40. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1972 Ford GT 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford GT 40 | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | GT 40 | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 60 L |
