1974 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 2010 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2010 Kia Sportage is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Daihatsu Consorte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Daihatsu Consorte would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sportage (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Consorte. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Consorte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sportage weights approximately 795 kg more than 1974 Daihatsu Consorte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Daihatsu Consorte 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 1974 Daihatsu Consorte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sportage, 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.
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1974 Daihatsu Consorte | 2010 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
Model | Consorte | Sportage |
Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 957 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4351 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1694 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2629 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 58 L |