2007 Kia Sportage vs. 1968 Toyota Sport 800
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 929 kg more than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Kia Sportage (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. (67 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sportage | 1968 Toyota Sport 800 | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sportage | Sport 800 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 67 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 582 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |