1956 Austin A 35 vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1307 kg more than 1956 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Austin A 35. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 35 | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | A 35 | Sorento |
Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 946 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 749 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 60 L |