2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1958 Talbot 2500
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Talbot 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Talbot 2500 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 1958 Talbot 2500. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1958 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1088 kg more than 1958 Talbot 2500. 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 1958 Talbot 2500. 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Talbot 2500. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Talbot 2500.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 1958 Talbot 2500 | |
Make | Kia | Talbot |
Model | Sorento | 2500 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2088 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |