1964 Ford Cortina vs. 2006 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1964 Ford Cortina. (49 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1964 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Kia Sorento (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Ford Cortina | 2006 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Cortina | Sorento |
Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.1 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 80 L |