2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1971 AC 428
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rondo | 1971 AC 428 | |
| Make | Kia | AC |
| Model | Rondo | 428 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 7003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 639 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
