2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1961 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Appia 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 133 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1076 kg more than 1961 Lancia Appia. 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 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (85 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1961 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Sorento | Appia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 789 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 42 L |
