1952 Austin A vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Austin A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1952 Austin A. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A weights approximately 690 kg more than 2010 Kia Sorento.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin A. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | A | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |
