1970 Fiat 850 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 35 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1209 kg more than 1970 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento 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, 2005 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 850. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Fiat 850 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | 850 | Sorento |
Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1944 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2710 mm |