1968 Austin 3-Litre vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Austin 3-Litre would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Austin 3-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Austin 3-Litre weights approximately 205 kg more than 2010 Kia Sorento.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Austin 3-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Austin 3-Litre | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | 3-Litre | Sorento |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 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 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |