1955 Fiat 600 vs. 2008 Kia Sorento

To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (22 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1327 kg more than 1955 Fiat 600. 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 1955 Fiat 600. 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 (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (39 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1955 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1955 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1955 Fiat 600 2008 Kia Sorento
Make Fiat Kia
Model 600 Sorento
Year Released 1955 2008
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 633 cc 3497 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 22 HP 194 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 39 Nm 301 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 7.0:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 700 kg 2027 kg
Vehicle Length 3540 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 1450 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1590 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 28 L 80 L


 

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