1961 Fiat 850 vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 850 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 141 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1377 kg more than 1961 Fiat 850. 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 1961 Fiat 850. 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 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 850 | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | 850 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 613 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
