1996 Fiat Coupe 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 Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (130 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 507 kg more than 1996 Fiat Coupe.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Coupe. 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 (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Coupe | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Coupe | Sportage |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |