2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1982 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lancia Prisma 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 55 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 595 kg more than 1982 Lancia Prisma. 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma. 2005 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1982 Lancia Prisma has manual transmission. 1982 Lancia Prisma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1982 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Sorento | Prisma |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 954 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
