1983 Fiat 127 vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1197 kg more than 1983 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Fiat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 127. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1983 Fiat 127 has manual transmission. 1983 Fiat 127 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 127 | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | 127 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1048 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 2027 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2720 mm |
