1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sorento. (188 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 661 kg more than 2013 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sorento. (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Imperial | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1699 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2700 mm |
