2007 Kia Sorento vs. 1969 Porsche 914
To start off, 2007 Kia Sorento is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1969 Porsche 914. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1969 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1127 kg more than 1969 Porsche 914. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Porsche 914 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Porsche 914. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sorento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (354 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Porsche 914. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sorento | 1969 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Sorento | 914 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
