2007 Kia Sportage vs. 1972 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Vauxhall Firenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Vauxhall Firenza 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 56 more horse power than 1972 Vauxhall Firenza. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1972 Vauxhall Firenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 621 kg more than 1972 Vauxhall Firenza. 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 1972 Vauxhall Firenza. 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Vauxhall Firenza. (90 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Vauxhall Firenza.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sportage | 1972 Vauxhall Firenza | |
Make | Kia | Vauxhall |
Model | Sportage | Firenza |
Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1256 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |