2003 Kia Sorento vs. 1959 Rover P5
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P5 would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1959 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 406 kg more than 1959 Rover P5. 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 Rover P5. 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 (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Sorento | 1959 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Kia | Rover |
| Model | Sorento | P5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |
