1975 Ford Torino vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sportage (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Torino weights approximately 125 kg more than 2013 Kia Sportage.
Because 2013 Kia Sportage is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Torino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1975 Ford Torino (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sportage. 2013 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1975 Ford Torino has manual transmission. 1975 Ford Torino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Torino | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Torino | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 58 L |
