1959 Austin A 55 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 936 kg more than 1959 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin A 55. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (314 Nm) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 55 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | A 55 | Sorento |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 314 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 122 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |