2007 Kia Sorento vs. 1962 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2007 Kia Sorento is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sorento (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Flaminia. (98 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 587 kg more than 1962 Lancia Flaminia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Lancia Flaminia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Kia Sorento (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sorento | 1962 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Sorento | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2027 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 42 L |
