1972 Fiat 125 vs. 2001 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2001 Kia Sportage is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Sportage weights approximately 497 kg more than 1972 Fiat 125. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Fiat 125. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 125 | 2001 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | 125 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2660 mm |
