1959 Abarth 850 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1486 kg more than 1959 Abarth 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 850 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Abarth | Kia |
Model | 850 | Sorento |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 60 L |