1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sportage. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 397 kg more than 2013 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Kia Sportage is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ferrari 400. 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, 1979 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sportage. (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sportage. 2013 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1979 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1979 Ferrari 400 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:
| 1979 Ferrari 400 | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | 400 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1973 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 58 L |
