1972 Fiat Dino vs. 2004 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2004 Kia Sorento is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1972 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 778 kg more than 1972 Fiat Dino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Fiat Dino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Kia Sorento (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat Dino | 2004 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Dino | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2178 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
