1972 Fiat 128 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 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 128 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 (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1206 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Kia Sorento (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 128 | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | 128 | Sorento |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2720 mm |