1948 Austin A 40 vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 315 kg more than 1948 Austin A 40. 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 1948 Austin A 40. 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 (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin A 40 | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | A 40 | Sorento |
Year Released | 1948 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 80 L |