1952 Fiat 1900 vs. 2010 Kia Rio
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 58 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, 2010 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 69 kg more than 2010 Kia Rio.
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, 2010 Kia Rio, 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, 2010 Kia Rio (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Fiat 1900. (131 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Fiat 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Fiat 1900 | 2010 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | 1900 | Rio |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4026 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
