1969 Fiat 600 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1969 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 600. (45 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 600 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | 600 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
