2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1973 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Vauxhall Firenza would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. (195 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1973 Vauxhall Firenza has manual transmission. 1973 Vauxhall Firenza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rondo | 1973 Vauxhall Firenza | |
| Make | Kia | Vauxhall |
| Model | Rondo | Firenza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
