2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1959 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1959 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1959 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1067 kg more than 1959 Wartburg 311. 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 (302 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1959 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Kia | Wartburg |
| Model | Sorento | 311 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2027 kg | 960 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2460 mm |
