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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 163 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 1282 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.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin A 30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 30. (54 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 30.
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 | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1962 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 80 L |
