1985 Fiat Panda vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Panda. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 974 kg more than 1985 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Panda | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Panda | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 58 L |
