2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1958 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1192 kg more than 1958 Lancia Appia. 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 1958 Lancia Appia. 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 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 1958 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Kia | Lancia |
Model | Sorento | Appia |
Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2056 kg | 864 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2520 mm |