1968 Fiat 850 vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1259 kg more than 1968 Fiat 850. 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 1968 Fiat 850. 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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 850 | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | 850 | Sorento |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 841 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 80 L |