1972 Ford Torino vs. 2005 Kia Retona
To start off, 2005 Kia Retona is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Torino (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Torino should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 261 kg more than 1972 Ford Torino.
Because 2005 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Torino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Retona 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 Ford Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 2005 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Torino | Retona |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4096 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2370 mm |
