2008 Kia Carens vs. 1966 Toyota Sport 800
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Sport 800.
Because 1966 Toyota Sport 800 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Toyota Sport 800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carens, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Kia Carens (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Sport 800. (67 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Carens | 1966 Toyota Sport 800 | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Carens | Sport 800 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 67 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |