2006 Kia Sorento vs. 1962 Mazda R 360
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mazda R 360 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 176 more horse power than 1962 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1962 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1620 kg more than 1962 Mazda R 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Kia Sorento (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sorento | 1962 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Sorento | R 360 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1962 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
