1961 Abarth 1600 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1600. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 910 kg more than 1961 Abarth 1600. 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1600. (138 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1600 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Abarth | Kia |
| Model | 1600 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 80 L |
