1963 Ford Consul vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Consul would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1963 Ford Consul. (53 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1103 kg more than 1963 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Consul | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Consul | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
