1978 Fiat 133 vs. 2012 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sportage (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 133. (33 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 133.
Because 1978 Fiat 133 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Fiat 133. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 133 | 2012 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | 133 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2639 mm |
