1951 Austin A 40 vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 58 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1086 kg more than 1951 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | A 40 | Sorento |
Year Released | 1951 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |