2002 Kia Sorento vs. 1958 Alvis TD
To start off, 2002 Kia Sorento is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alvis TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alvis TD would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TD. (116 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sorento weights approximately 565 kg more than 1958 Alvis TD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Alvis TD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Kia Sorento (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Sorento | 1958 Alvis TD | |
| Make | Kia | Alvis |
| Model | Sorento | TD |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
