2006 Kia Sorento vs. 1952 Skoda 1200
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1952 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1952 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 990 kg more than 1952 Skoda 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Skoda 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Kia Sorento (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Skoda 1200. (75 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sorento | 1952 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Kia | Skoda |
| Model | Sorento | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2690 mm |
