1954 Fiat 1100 vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 553 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Fiat 1100 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 1954 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd, 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, 2012 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Fiat 1100 | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | 1100 | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 53 L |