2007 Kia Sorento vs. 1969 Mini MK III
To start off, 2007 Kia Sorento is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mini MK III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mini MK III would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1969 Mini MK III. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1969 Mini MK III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1442 kg more than 1969 Mini MK III. 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 1969 Mini MK III. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mini MK III. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mini MK III.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sorento | 1969 Mini MK III | |
| Make | Kia | Mini |
| Model | Sorento | MK III |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1274 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2040 mm |
