2003 Kia Sorento vs. 1968 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Maserati Mistral (253 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 725 kg more than 1968 Maserati Mistral.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Maserati Mistral. 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, 1968 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento. 2003 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1968 Maserati Mistral has manual transmission. 1968 Maserati Mistral will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Sorento | 1968 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | Kia | Maserati |
| Model | Sorento | Mistral |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
