1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2004 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2004 Kia Sorento is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1212 kg more than 1950 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Kia Sorento (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 40 | 2004 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | A 40 | Sorento |
Year Released | 1950 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2178 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |