2003 Kia Sorento vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 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 140 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (52 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. 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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Sorento | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Kia | Simca |
| Model | Sorento | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2230 mm |
