1983 Fiat Uno vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1169 kg more than 1983 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Fiat Uno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Uno. (80 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Uno | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Uno | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
