1999 Fiat Coupe vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Coupe. (130 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 144 kg more than 1999 Fiat Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Fiat Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Kia Sportage (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Coupe. 2007 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1999 Fiat Coupe has manual transmission. 1999 Fiat Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Coupe | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Coupe | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1324 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
