1966 Wartburg 312 vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (44 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1096 kg more than 1966 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Wartburg 312 | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Wartburg | Kia |
Model | 312 | Sorento |
Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1000 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |