2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca 1000 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 (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1269 kg more than 1961 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (350 Nm) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Kia | Simca |
| Model | Sorento | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1999 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2230 mm |
