2006 Kia Sorento vs. 1970 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lancia Fulvia 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 80 more horse power than 1970 Lancia Fulvia. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1970 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1970 Lancia Fulvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lancia Fulvia. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sorento | 1970 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Sorento | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |
