1999 Kia Retona vs. 1961 Volvo 220
To start off, 1999 Kia Retona is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1961 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Retona weights approximately 855 kg more than 1961 Volvo 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Retona | 1961 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Retona | 220 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
