1974 Ferrari Dino vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 35 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 84 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 290 kg more than 1974 Ferrari Dino.
Because 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (251 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ferrari Dino. 2009 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1974 Ferrari Dino has manual transmission. 1974 Ferrari Dino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ferrari Dino | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | Dino | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2417 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2640 mm |
