1973 Ferrari Dino vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 858 kg more than 1973 Ferrari Dino.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Ferrari Dino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (314 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari Dino | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | Dino | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2088 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2720 mm |
