1953 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air would be higher. At 3,859 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. (115 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 382 kg more than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. (271 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Bel Air | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3859 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
