2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (264 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 948 kg more than 1957 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Simca Aronde. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Kia | Simca |
| Model | Sorento | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1918 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2450 mm |
