2000 Kia Sportage vs. 1957 Opel Record
To start off, 2000 Kia Sportage is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Opel Record would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1957 Opel Record. (44 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1957 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 562 kg more than 1957 Opel Record. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Opel Record. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Opel Record. (98 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Sportage | 1957 Opel Record | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Sportage | Record |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
