1950 Austin A135 vs. 2011 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2011 Kia Sorento is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sorento (276 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1950 Austin A135. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A135 weights approximately 253 kg more than 2011 Kia Sorento.
Because 1950 Austin A135 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Austin A135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sorento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Kia Sorento (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A135. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A135 | 2011 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | A135 | Sorento |
Year Released | 1950 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1767 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1735 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 68 L |