1972 Fiat 124 vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (139 HP) has 80 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Fiat 124. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 124 | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | 124 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 139 HP |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
