2007 Kia Sportage vs. 1970 Opel GT
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel GT would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1970 Opel GT. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel GT.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Opel GT. 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 (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel GT. (85 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sportage | 1970 Opel GT | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Sportage | GT |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1100 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 53 L |
