1947 Austin 16 vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 776 kg more than 1947 Austin 16. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1947 Austin 16. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1947 Austin 16 | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | 16 | Sorento |
Year Released | 1947 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |