1971 Fiat 127 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 127 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 91 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 127. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1114 kg more than 1971 Fiat 127. 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 1971 Fiat 127. 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 127 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | 127 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 80 L |
