1955 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. (132 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1014 kg more than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. (228 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey 100 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Kia |
| Model | 100 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2658 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 851 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 109 L | 80 L |
