1960 Ford Zodiac vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1960 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 674 kg more than 1960 Ford Zodiac. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Zodiac | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Zodiac | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
