1959 Austin A 35 vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1959 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Kia Sorento (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 35 | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | A 35 | Sorento |
Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 3489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 80 L |