2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1964 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1964 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1964 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1147 kg more than 1964 Triumph Vitesse. 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 (302 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1964 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Kia | Triumph |
| Model | Sorento | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2027 kg | 880 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 29 L |
