1978 Holden GTS vs. 2007 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2007 Kia Magentis is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Holden GTS would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Holden GTS (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Kia Magentis. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Holden GTS should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Magentis weights approximately 13 kg more than 1978 Holden GTS.
Because 1978 Holden GTS 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 1978 Holden GTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Magentis, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1978 Holden GTS (327 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Magentis. (189 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1978 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Holden GTS | 2007 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | GTS | Magentis |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
