2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1956 Volvo P 1900
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Volvo P 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Volvo P 1900 would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1956 Volvo P 1900. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1956 Volvo P 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1956 Volvo P 1900. 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 (294 Nm) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Volvo P 1900. (103 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Volvo P 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1956 Volvo P 1900 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Sorento | P 1900 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1414 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
