1975 Austin 1800 vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sorento (188 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1975 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sorento weights approximately 509 kg more than 1975 Austin 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Kia Sorento is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Austin 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Kia Sorento (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin 1800 | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | 1800 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1699 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 68 L |
