1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2007 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2007 Kia Sorento is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sorento (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 577 kg more than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Sorento (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2007 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Kia |
Model | Sports Convertible | Sorento |
Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2027 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2720 mm |