1999 Kia Sportage vs. 1959 Moretti Golden
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Moretti Golden. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Moretti Golden would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Sportage (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1959 Moretti Golden. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1959 Moretti Golden. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 650 kg more than 1959 Moretti Golden. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Moretti Golden. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Kia Sportage (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Moretti Golden. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Moretti Golden.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Sportage | 1959 Moretti Golden | |
| Make | Kia | Moretti |
| Model | Sportage | Golden |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
