1953 Austin A 135 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 135 weights approximately 218 kg more than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 135. 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 135. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 135 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | A 135 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1962 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2720 mm |
