2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1951 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1951 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1951 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 285 kg more than 1951 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 1951 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Kia | Morris |
| Model | Sorento | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
