1971 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2009 Kia Sorento

To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1971 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 775 kg more than 1971 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (350 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat Campagnola.

Compare all specifications:

1971 Fiat Campagnola 2009 Kia Sorento
Make Fiat Kia
Model Campagnola Sorento
Year Released 1971 2009
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1899 cc 2497 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 62 HP 139 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 128 Nm 350 Nm
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 91 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 96 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 7.5:1 17.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1290 kg 2065 kg
Vehicle Length 3650 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1580 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1950 mm 1870 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 38 L 80 L


 

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