1975 Volkswagen Beetle vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Beetle. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1179 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Volkswagen Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Beetle. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Volkswagen Beetle | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
Model | Beetle | Sorento |
Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1285 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1999 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |