1964 Wartburg 312 vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 325 kg more than 1964 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Wartburg 312. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Wartburg 312 | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Wartburg | Kia |
Model | 312 | Sorento |
Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 900 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |