1968 Austin A 60 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (138 HP) has 78 more horse power than 1968 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 966 kg more than 1968 Austin A 60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Austin A 60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Austin A 60 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | A 60 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 2088 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
