2006 Kia Sorento vs. 1979 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Delta 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 104 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Delta. (88 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 975 kg more than 1979 Lancia Delta. 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 1979 Lancia Delta. 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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (123 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sorento | 1979 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Kia | Lancia |
Model | Sorento | Delta |
Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
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 | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 71.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 57 L |