1975 Austin Allegro vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1975 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1273 kg more than 1975 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Austin Allegro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Austin Allegro | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | Allegro | Sorento |
Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 2088 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |