2005 Kia Retona vs. 1969 Maserati Indy
To start off, 2005 Kia Retona is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Maserati Indy (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 370 kg more than 1969 Maserati Indy.
Because 2005 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Maserati Indy. 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, 1969 Maserati Indy (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Retona | 1969 Maserati Indy | |
| Make | Kia | Maserati |
| Model | Retona | Indy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| 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 | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
