2009 Kia Sorento vs. 1961 Skoda 1200
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1961 Skoda 1200. 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 1961 Skoda 1200. 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 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda 1200. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sorento | 1961 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Kia | Skoda |
| Model | Sorento | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2065 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 30 L |
