1964 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 2003 Kia Sorento

To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. 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 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. 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 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet.

Compare all specifications:

1964 Fiat Cabriolet 2003 Kia Sorento
Make Fiat Kia
Model Cabriolet Sorento
Year Released 1964 2003
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1221 cc 2359 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 62 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 94 Nm 314 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76 mm 91 mm
Engine Stroke Size 71.5 mm 96 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 890 kg 1980 kg
Vehicle Length 4040 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 80 L


 

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