2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1955 MG MGA
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 MG MGA would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1955 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1955 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 970 kg more than 1955 MG MGA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 MG MGA. (149 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1955 MG MGA | |
| Make | Kia | MG |
| Model | Sorento | MGA |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2390 mm |
