2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1956 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1956 Morris Oxford. (52 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 918 kg more than 1956 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 1956 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 (351 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 1956 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Kia | Morris |
| Model | Sorento | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 119 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |
