2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1950 Simca 8
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Simca 8 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1950 Simca 8. (47 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1950 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1012 kg more than 1950 Simca 8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Simca 8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Simca 8. (88 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Simca 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1950 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Kia | Simca |
| Model | Sorento | 8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1962 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2450 mm |
