1970 Austin 1800 vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1970 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1970 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 95 kg more than 1970 Austin 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Austin 1800. 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Austin 1800 | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | 1800 | Sorento |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 80 L |