1951 Austin A 40 vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,340 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 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 1951 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 40 | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | A 40 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 80 L |
