1954 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 3,340 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey 100.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1954 Austin-Healey 100 has manual transmission. 1954 Austin-Healey 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin-Healey 100 | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Kia |
Model | 100 | Sorento |
Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 3340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 309 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2720 mm |