2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1956 Skoda 1200
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Skoda 1200 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 (140 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1956 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1956 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 539 kg more than 1956 Skoda 1200. 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 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1956 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Kia | Skoda |
| Model | Sorento | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1010 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2690 mm |
