2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1971 Rover P6
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 P6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover P6 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Rover P6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1971 Rover P6. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover P6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 575 kg more than 1971 Rover P6. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover P6. (274 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover P6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1971 Rover P6 | |
| Make | Kia | Rover |
| Model | Sorento | P6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |
