2009 Kia Sorento vs. 1969 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lancia Fulvia 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 27 more horse power than 1969 Lancia Fulvia. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1969 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1969 Lancia Fulvia. 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 1969 Lancia Fulvia. 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lancia Fulvia. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sorento | 1969 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Sorento | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2065 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |
