2000 Kia Sportage vs. 1969 Monteverdi 400
To start off, 2000 Kia Sportage is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Monteverdi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Monteverdi 400 would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Monteverdi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Monteverdi 400 (392 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Monteverdi 400 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Monteverdi 400 weights approximately 118 kg more than 2000 Kia Sportage. 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 1969 Monteverdi 400. 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, 1969 Monteverdi 400 (657 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1969 Monteverdi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Sportage | 1969 Monteverdi 400 | |
| Make | Kia | Monteverdi |
| Model | Sportage | 400 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 392 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 657 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
