2006 Kia Sorento vs. 1970 Lancia Stratos
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 Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lancia Stratos 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 77 more horse power than 1970 Lancia Stratos. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1970 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1970 Lancia Stratos. 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 1970 Lancia Stratos. 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) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lancia Stratos. (153 Nm). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sorento | 1970 Lancia Stratos | |
Make | Kia | Lancia |
Model | Sorento | Stratos |
Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 153 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 74.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2170 mm |