1973 Innocenti Mini vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1973 Innocenti Mini. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1973 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1299 kg more than 1973 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Innocenti Mini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Innocenti Mini. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Innocenti Mini. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1973 Innocenti Mini has manual transmission. 1973 Innocenti Mini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1973 Innocenti Mini | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Innocenti | Kia |
Model | Mini | Sorento |
Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 76 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1999 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2720 mm |