1997 Fiat Coupe vs. 2001 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2001 Kia Sportage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Fiat Coupe (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Sportage weights approximately 277 kg more than 1997 Fiat Coupe.
Because 2001 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Fiat Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Coupe | 2001 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Coupe | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
