1996 Fiat 126 vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1996 Fiat 126. (25 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 1119 kg more than 1996 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat 126. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat 126 | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | 126 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 704 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 25 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 116 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
