1952 Austin A 40 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 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 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 151 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 870 kg more than 1952 Austin A 40. 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 (294 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (79 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 40 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | A 40 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2720 mm |
