1986 Fiat Uno vs. 2002 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2002 Kia Sportage is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Uno. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sportage weights approximately 573 kg more than 1986 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Fiat Uno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sportage 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, 2002 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Uno. (101 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Uno | 2002 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Uno | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2660 mm |
