2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1971 Rover P5B
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1971 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 290 kg more than 1971 Rover P5B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Rover P5B (296 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 1971 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1971 Rover P5B | |
| Make | Kia | Rover |
| Model | Sorento | P5B |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2820 mm |
