1986 Fiat Croma vs. 2006 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat Croma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat Croma would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Croma. (154 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 820 kg more than 1986 Fiat Croma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2006 Kia Sorento (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Croma. (235 Nm @ 2350 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Croma | 2006 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Croma | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2350 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
