2003 Kia Sorento vs. 1982 Seat 127
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Seat 127 would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1982 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1982 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1285 kg more than 1982 Seat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Seat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Kia Sorento (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Seat 127. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Sorento | 1982 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Kia | Seat |
| Model | Sorento | 127 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2230 mm |
