1963 Wartburg 312 vs. 2011 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2011 Kia Sorento is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sorento (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sorento weights approximately 747 kg more than 1963 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Kia Sorento (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Wartburg 312 | 2011 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Wartburg | Kia |
Model | 312 | Sorento |
Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 900 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1707 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1709 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 68 L |