2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1970 Simca 1200S
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Simca 1200S 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 179 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1200S. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1063 kg more than 1970 Simca 1200S. 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 1970 Simca 1200S. 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 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 1970 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Kia | Simca |
| Model | Sorento | 1200S |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1918 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |
