1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2007 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2007 Kia Sorento is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sorento (139 HP) has 59 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1097 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1500 | 2007 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | 1500 | Sorento |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 139 HP |
Torque | 104 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 17.7:1 |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 163 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 | 990 kg | 2087 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 80 L |