1965 Fiat 500 vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1965 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1459 kg more than 1965 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Fiat 500 | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | 500 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 498 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 | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1999 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
