2003 Kia Sorento vs. 1957 Morris Minor
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1957 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1957 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Kia Sorento (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Sorento | 1957 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Kia | Morris |
| Model | Sorento | Minor |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
