1969 Fiat 130 vs. 2012 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sportage (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 130. (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sportage weights approximately 28 kg more than 1969 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Fiat 130 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Fiat 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Kia Sportage (364 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (218 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat 130 | 2012 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | 130 | Sportage |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 364 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1502 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1636 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |