2003 Kia Sorento vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1301 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 141 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 950 kg more than 1971 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Kia Sorento (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Sorento | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Kia | Simca |
| Model | Sorento | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
