1967 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 2011 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2011 Kia Sorento is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite 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 111 more horse power than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1008 kg more than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sorento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Kia Sorento (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. 2011 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite has manual transmission. 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1967 Austin-Healey Sprite | 2011 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Kia |
Model | Sprite | Sorento |
Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1709 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 68 L |