1969 Innocenti Mini vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1969 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1969 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1411 kg more than 1969 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 1969 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 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Innocenti Mini. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1969 Innocenti Mini has manual transmission. 1969 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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1969 Innocenti Mini | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Innocenti | Kia |
Model | Mini | Sorento |
Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |