1970 Fiat 850 vs. 2004 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2004 Kia Sportage is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sportage (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 850.
Because 2004 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sportage 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, 2004 Kia Sportage (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 850. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 850 | 2004 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | 850 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2640 mm |
