2005 Kia Retona vs. 1966 Maserati Mexico
To start off, 2005 Kia Retona is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Maserati Mexico. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Maserati Mexico would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Maserati Mexico is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Maserati Mexico (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Maserati Mexico should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 420 kg more than 1966 Maserati Mexico.
Because 2005 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Maserati Mexico. 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, 1966 Maserati Mexico (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Maserati Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Retona.
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2005 Kia Retona | 1966 Maserati Mexico | |
Make | Kia | Maserati |
Model | Retona | Mexico |
Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4136 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2650 mm |