2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1973 Lancia 2000
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia 2000 would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1973 Lancia 2000. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 675 kg more than 1973 Lancia 2000. 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia 2000. (170 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1973 Lancia 2000 | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Sorento | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |
