1972 Austin 2200 vs. 2006 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin 2200 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1972 Austin 2200. (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 819 kg more than 1972 Austin 2200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Austin 2200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Kia Sorento (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 2200. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 2200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 2200 | 2006 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | 2200 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2227 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 80 L |
