2006 Kia Sportage vs. 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 (310 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 250 kg more than 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375. 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, 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 (651 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sportage | 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 | |
| Make | Kia | Monteverdi |
| Model | Sportage | High Speed 375 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 109.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 125 L |
