2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1963 Morris Traveller
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1963 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1963 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1226 kg more than 1963 Morris Traveller. 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 1963 Morris Traveller. 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 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Morris Traveller. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 1963 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Kia | Morris |
| Model | Sorento | Traveller |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2056 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |
