2003 Kia Sorento vs. 1959 Porsche 356
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1142 kg more than 1959 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Porsche 356. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Kia Sorento | 1959 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Kia | Porsche |
Model | Sorento | 356 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 838 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 52 L |