1984 Fiat Panda vs. 2007 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2007 Kia Sorento is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1326 kg more than 1984 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Fiat Panda | 2007 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Panda | Sorento |
Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 965 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.7:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 2087 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 80 L |