1956 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 49 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, 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (140 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air weights approximately 5 kg more than 2005 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Bel Air | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4343 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1549 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2720 mm |
