1976 Ford Fiesta vs. 2000 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2000 Kia Sportage is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1976 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 742 kg more than 1976 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Fiesta | 2000 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Fiesta | Sportage |
Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 957 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.7 mm | 86.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2660 mm |