1961 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2008 Kia Sorento

To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 5 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Campagnola. (129 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Campagnola. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1961 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1961 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1961 Fiat Campagnola 2008 Kia Sorento
Make Fiat Kia
Model Campagnola Sorento
Year Released 1961 2008
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1901 cc 3778 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 62 HP 262 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 129 Nm 353 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1290 kg 1285 kg
Vehicle Length 3650 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1580 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1950 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 38 L 80 L


 

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