2005 Kia Retona vs. 1957 Porsche 356
To start off, 2005 Kia Retona is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Porsche 356 (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1957 Porsche 356.
Because 2005 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Porsche 356. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Retona | 1957 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Retona | 356 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2110 mm |
