2006 Kia Sportage vs. 1969 Riley Kestrel
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Riley Kestrel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Riley Kestrel would be higher. At 2,654 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1969 Riley Kestrel. (64 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1969 Riley Kestrel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 570 kg more than 1969 Riley Kestrel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Riley Kestrel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Riley Kestrel. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Riley Kestrel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sportage | 1969 Riley Kestrel | |
| Make | Kia | Riley |
| Model | Sportage | Kestrel |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 2654 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 25 L |
