1974 Ferrari Dino vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,417 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 315 kg more than 1974 Ferrari Dino.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Ferrari Dino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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. Let's talk about torque, 1974 Ferrari Dino (226 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (187 Nm). This means 1974 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ferrari Dino | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | Dino | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2417 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
