1966 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1108 kg more than 1966 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 40. (81 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Austin A 40 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | A 40 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 80 L |
