2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1973 Austin Allegro
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Austin Allegro 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 121 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 980 kg more than 1973 Austin Allegro. 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 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (132 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1973 Austin Allegro | |
| Make | Kia | Austin |
| Model | Sorento | Allegro |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.8 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 47 L |
