1953 Austin A 30 vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sorento (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1064 kg more than 1953 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Austin A 30 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Austin A 30. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sorento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Kia Sorento (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 30. 2012 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1953 Austin A 30 has manual transmission. 1953 Austin A 30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 30 | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | A 30 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1709 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 68 L |
