1993 Fiat 126 vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1993 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 812 kg more than 1993 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Fiat 126. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Fiat 126 | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | 126 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 702 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2660 mm |
