2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1973 Morris Traveller
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Morris Traveller 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 (264 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1973 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1973 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1063 kg more than 1973 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 1973 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 (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Morris Traveller. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 1973 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Kia | Morris |
| Model | Sorento | Traveller |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1918 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2380 mm |
