1952 Austin A 30 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (140 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 30. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 869 kg more than 1952 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 30. 2005 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1952 Austin A 30 has manual transmission. 1952 Austin A 30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 30 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | A 30 | Sorento |
Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 803 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1549 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 80 L |