2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1968 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lotus Europa 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 (140 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1968 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1968 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 939 kg more than 1968 Lotus Europa. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1968 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Kia | Lotus |
| Model | Sorento | Europa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 610 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
