2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1962 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1382 kg more than 1962 Toyota Publica. 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 1962 Toyota Publica. 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 (294 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1962 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sorento | Publica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1962 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
