1969 Fiat 500 vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 500 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 (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1576 kg more than 1969 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 1969 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 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 500. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1969 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1969 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat 500 | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | 500 | Sorento |
Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 60 L |