1959 Austin Princess 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 Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1959 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin Princess weights approximately 153 kg more than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (302 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin Princess. 2005 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1959 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1959 Austin Princess will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin Princess | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | Princess | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2027 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2720 mm |
