2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1956 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Flaminia. (119 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 878 kg more than 1956 Lancia Flaminia. 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 1956 Lancia Flaminia. 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 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1956 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Sorento | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2088 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2780 mm |
