1983 Fiat 126 vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 957 kg more than 1983 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Fiat 126. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (189 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 126 | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | 126 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 650 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2640 mm |
