1959 Fiat 2100 vs. 2003 Kia Sorento

To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 2100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 2100 would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 2100. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 2100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1056 kg more than 1959 Fiat 2100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 2100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Kia Sorento (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 2100. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 2100.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Fiat 2100 2003 Kia Sorento
Make Fiat Kia
Model 2100 Sorento
Year Released 1959 2003
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2052 cc 3489 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 80 HP 192 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 144 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 77 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 73.5 mm 85.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 934 kg 1990 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 80 L


 

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