2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1949 Simca 8
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Simca 8 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1949 Simca 8. (49 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1949 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1949 Simca 8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Simca 8. (88 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Simca 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1949 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Kia | Simca |
| Model | Sorento | 8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 950 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2450 mm |
