1984 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. (86 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Fiat Ritmo | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Ritmo | Sorento |
Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |