1971 Lancia Stratos vs. 2011 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2011 Kia Sorento is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lancia Stratos 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 61 more horse power than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (114 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1971 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sorento weights approximately 727 kg more than 1971 Lancia Stratos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Lancia Stratos 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 1971 Lancia Stratos. 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) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (155 Nm). This means 2011 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Lancia Stratos | 2011 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Lancia | Kia |
Model | Stratos | Sorento |
Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1582 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 229 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1707 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1709 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2700 mm |