1958 Vauxhall Victor vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sorento (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. (47 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1958 Vauxhall Victor.
Because 1958 Vauxhall Victor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Vauxhall Victor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sorento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Kia Sorento (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Vauxhall Victor | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Vauxhall | Kia |
Model | Victor | Sorento |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1507 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1709 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2700 mm |