1972 Fiat 125 vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 37 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 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 49 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 555 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 2009 Kia Sorento 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, 2009 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 125 | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | 125 | Sorento |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 161 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 | 960 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |