1990 Fiat Uno vs. 2006 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat Uno 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 121 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1990 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Fiat Uno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Kia Sorento (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (108 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 2006 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Uno | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2720 mm |
