2008 Kia Shuma vs. 1974 Lamborghini Urraco

To start off, 2008 Kia Shuma is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 1,994 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco (182 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2008 Kia Shuma. (113 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 80 kg more than 2008 Kia Shuma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1974 Lamborghini Urraco 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 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Shuma, 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, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Shuma. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Shuma.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Kia Shuma 1974 Lamborghini Urraco
Make Kia Lamborghini
Model Shuma Urraco
Year Released 2008 1974
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1793 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 113 HP 182 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 7500 RPM
Torque 160 Nm 176 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 77.4 mm
Engine Stroke Size 87 mm 53 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 9.8:1
Top Speed 189 km/hour 205 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1170 kg 1250 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1120 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 80 L


 

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