1978 Fiat 131 vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 35 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sportage (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 131. (59 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 252 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 2013 Kia Sportage is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Fiat 131. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 131. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 131. 2013 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1978 Fiat 131 has manual transmission. 1978 Fiat 131 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat 131 | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | 131 | Sportage |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1432 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1645 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2640 mm |