2009 Kia Sorento vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1301 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 88 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1971 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sorento | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Kia | Simca |
| Model | Sorento | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2065 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |
