2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1955 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Lancia Aurelia 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 76 more horse power than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. (116 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 803 kg more than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. 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 1955 Lancia Aurelia. 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 (295 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. (185 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1955 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Sorento | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1953 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
