1973 Vauxhall Firenza vs. 2011 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2011 Kia Sorento is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Vauxhall Firenza 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 45 more horse power than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sorento weights approximately 667 kg more than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Vauxhall Firenza 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 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. (195 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Vauxhall Firenza | 2011 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Vauxhall | Kia |
Model | Firenza | Sorento |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1707 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1709 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |