1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 2002 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2002 Kia Sorento is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sorento weights approximately 805 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Fiat 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Kia Sorento (301 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 2002 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400. 2002 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1954 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1954 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1400 | 2002 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | 1400 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
