1956 Fiat 1100 vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 737 kg more than 1956 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Fiat 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Fiat 1100 | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | 1100 | Sportage |
Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 93.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 58 L |