1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 55 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 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 875 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (83 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | A 40 | Sorento |
Year Released | 1950 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 3489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 294 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |