2007 Kia Sorento vs. 1949 Morris Minor
To start off, 2007 Kia Sorento is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sorento (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1237 kg more than 1949 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Kia Sorento (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sorento | 1949 Morris Minor | |
Make | Kia | Morris |
Model | Sorento | Minor |
Year Released | 2007 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 916 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2027 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2190 mm |