1960 Lancia Appia vs. 2011 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2011 Kia Sorento is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sorento (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sorento weights approximately 822 kg more than 1960 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Lancia Appia 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 1960 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Kia Sorento (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Appia. 2011 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1960 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1960 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lancia Appia | 2011 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Lancia | Kia |
| Model | Appia | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 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 | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1709 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 68 L |
