2009 Kia Sorento vs. 1960 Mazda R 360
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Mazda R 360 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 123 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1619 kg more than 1960 Mazda R 360. 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 1960 Mazda R 360. 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sorento | 1960 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Sorento | R 360 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 63 mm |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 80 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1999 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
