1993 Fiat Uno vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1993 Fiat Uno. (59 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1239 kg more than 1993 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Fiat Uno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat Uno. (89 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat Uno. 2009 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1993 Fiat Uno has manual transmission. 1993 Fiat Uno will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Fiat Uno | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Uno | Sorento |
Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1999 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2720 mm |