1972 Austin Marina vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 38 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1146 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.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Austin Marina. 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 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (145 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Marina. 2010 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1972 Austin Marina has manual transmission. 1972 Austin Marina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Marina | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | Marina | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |
