1964 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 45 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 797 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 2009 Kia Sportage 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, 2009 Kia Sportage 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 Sportage (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat Cabriolet | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Cabriolet | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 58 L |
