1959 Rover P5 vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P5 would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1959 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P5 weights approximately 299 kg more than 2010 Kia Sorento.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Rover P5. 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 (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P5. 2010 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1959 Rover P5 has manual transmission. 1959 Rover P5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Rover P5 | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Rover | Kia |
| Model | P5 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
