1973 Fiat 130 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 270 kg more than 1973 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 130. (255 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 130 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | 130 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3236 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
