2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1960 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Kia | Wartburg |
| Model | Sorento | 311 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 960 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 43 L |
