2004 Kia Sorento vs. 1962 Morris Minor
To start off, 2004 Kia Sorento is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1962 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1962 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1353 kg more than 1962 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Kia Sorento (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Morris Minor. (67 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Kia Sorento | 1962 Morris Minor | |
Make | Kia | Morris |
Model | Sorento | Minor |
Year Released | 2004 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 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 | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 67 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 62.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2178 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |