2003 Kia Sorento vs. 1960 Seat 1400
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Seat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Seat 1400 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 89 more horse power than 1960 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 915 kg more than 1960 Seat 1400. 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 1960 Seat 1400. 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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Kia Sorento | 1960 Seat 1400 | |
Make | Kia | Seat |
Model | Sorento | 1400 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1960 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |