1956 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air would be higher. At 4,343 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 436 kg more than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento 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.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Chevrolet Bel Air | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Bel Air | Sorento |
Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4343 cc | 3489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2670 mm |