2009 Kia Sorento vs. 1954 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 749 kg more than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (350 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (160 Nm). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. 2009 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1954 Lancia Aurelia has manual transmission. 1954 Lancia Aurelia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sorento | 1954 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Sorento | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1999 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
