1957 Porsche 356 vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1957 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1957 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1201 kg more than 1957 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Porsche 356. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Kia Sorento (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Porsche 356 | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Porsche | Kia |
| Model | 356 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 2056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
