2009 Kia Sorento vs. 1972 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph Spitfire 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 92 more horse power than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 735 kg more than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (83 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sorento | 1972 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Kia | Triumph |
| Model | Sorento | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2110 mm |
