2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1988 Lancia Hit
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lancia Hit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lancia Hit would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Hit. (185 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1988 Lancia Hit.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Hit. (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Hit. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1988 Lancia Hit has manual transmission. 1988 Lancia Hit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 1988 Lancia Hit | |
Make | Kia | Lancia |
Model | Sorento | Hit |
Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2480 mm |