1959 Fiat 750 vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 750 would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 700 kg more than 1959 Fiat 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 750 | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | 750 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 131 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 80 L |
