1978 Fiat 131 vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 131. (59 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 277 kg more than 1978 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Fiat 131. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 131. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat 131 | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | 131 | Sportage |
Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |