1965 Austin A 90 vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 486 kg more than 1965 Austin A 90. 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 1965 Austin A 90. 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 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin A 90 | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | A 90 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
