1973 Ferrari Dino vs. 2006 Kia Carens
To start off, 2006 Kia Carens is newer by 33 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 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carens. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carens weights approximately 319 kg more than 1973 Ferrari Dino.
Because 1973 Ferrari Dino is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Ferrari Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Carens, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Kia Carens (245 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 2006 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari Dino | 2006 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | Dino | Carens |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2570 mm |
