1950 Austin A 70 vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 640 kg more than 1950 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 70. (158 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 70 | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | A 70 | Sorento |
Year Released | 1950 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 80 L |