1981 Ford Fiesta vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (83 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1981 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (129 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Fiesta | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Fiesta | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |
