2006 Kia Sorento vs. 1970 Skoda 1202
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Skoda 1202 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 148 more horse power than 1970 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1970 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 895 kg more than 1970 Skoda 1202. 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 Skoda 1202. 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sorento | 1970 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Kia | Skoda |
| Model | Sorento | 1202 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2690 mm |
