2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1969 Seat 600
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Seat 600 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 240 more horse power than 1969 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1343 kg more than 1969 Seat 600. 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 1969 Seat 600. 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 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 1969 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Kia | Seat |
| Model | Sorento | 600 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 47 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1918 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2010 mm |
