1971 Audi Variant vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Audi Variant would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1971 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 925 kg more than 1971 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Audi Variant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi Variant | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | Variant | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1999 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2720 mm |
