1991 Fiat Panda vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sorento (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Because 1991 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Sorento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Panda 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, 2012 Kia Sorento (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Panda | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Panda | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1709 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 68 L |
