1997 Kia Retona vs. 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375
To start off, 1997 Kia Retona is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375 would be higher. At 6,974 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375 (390 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1997 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375 should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Retona weights approximately 190 kg more than 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375.
Because 1997 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Kia Retona 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, 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375 (586 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Retona. (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Retona. 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375 has automatic transmission and 1997 Kia Retona has manual transmission. 1997 Kia Retona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Retona | 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375 | |
| Make | Kia | Monteverdi |
| Model | Retona | High Speed 375 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 6974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 586 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2670 mm |
