1973 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Daihatsu Consorte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Daihatsu Consorte would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sportage (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1973 Daihatsu Consorte. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1973 Daihatsu Consorte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 855 kg more than 1973 Daihatsu Consorte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Kia Sportage is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Daihatsu Consorte. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Daihatsu Consorte | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Consorte | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 58 L |
