1981 Fiat Strada vs. 2007 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2007 Kia Sorento is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Strada. (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1107 kg more than 1981 Fiat Strada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Fiat Strada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Strada. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat Strada | 2007 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Strada | Sorento |
Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.7:1 |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2087 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |