1960 Austin 7 vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin 7 would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 675 kg more than 1960 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (353 Nm) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | 7 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 80 L |
