1972 Austin Marina vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin Marina would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 960 kg more than 1972 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Marina | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | Marina | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |
