1954 Austin A 90 vs. 2007 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2007 Kia Sorento is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 697 kg more than 1954 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 90 | 2007 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | A 90 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2087 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |
