1968 Innocenti Mini vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (264 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1968 Innocenti Mini. (41 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1968 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1288 kg more than 1968 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Innocenti Mini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Innocenti Mini. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1968 Innocenti Mini has manual transmission. 1968 Innocenti Mini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1968 Innocenti Mini | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Innocenti | Kia |
Model | Mini | Sorento |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 56 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1918 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |