2003 Kia Sorento vs. 1965 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 530 kg more than 1965 Avanti Avanti.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1965 Avanti Avanti (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Sorento | 1965 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Kia | Avanti |
| Model | Sorento | Avanti |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 95 L |
