1978 Fiat 127 vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1275 kg more than 1978 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Fiat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat 127 | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | 127 | Sorento |
Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2670 mm |