1952 Fiat 1900 vs. 2002 Kia Visto
To start off, 2002 Kia Visto is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Fiat 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Visto (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Visto should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2002 Kia Visto.
Because 1952 Fiat 1900 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Fiat 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Kia Visto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1952 Fiat 1900 (131 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1952 Fiat 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Fiat 1900 | 2002 Kia Visto | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | 1900 | Visto |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2390 mm |
