1974 Ferrari Dino vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 34 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 2,924 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari Dino (250 HP) has 139 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (111 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 358 kg more than 1974 Ferrari Dino.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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 (283 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm). This means 1974 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ferrari Dino | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | Dino | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2924 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 111 HP |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |
