1951 Austin A 70 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 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 70 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 179 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70.
2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1951 Austin A 70 has manual transmission. 1951 Austin A 70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 70 | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | A 70 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
