1983 Fiat 126 vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 27 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 930 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 2010 Kia Sorento 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, 2010 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 126 | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | 126 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 650 cc | 2497 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 | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2720 mm |
