1964 Fiat 500 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1510 kg more than 1964 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500. 2005 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1964 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1964 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 500 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | 500 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 2056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
