2006 Kia Sorento vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Appia 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 140 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1959 Lancia Appia. 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 1959 Lancia Appia. 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 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sorento | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Kia | Lancia |
Model | Sorento | Appia |
Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2520 mm |