1971 Fiat 130 vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat 130 (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Fiat 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1971 Fiat 130 (249 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage. 1971 Fiat 130 has automatic transmission and 2006 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2006 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Fiat 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 130 | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | 130 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3235 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |
