1954 Fiat 1900 vs. 2001 Kia Rio
To start off, 2001 Kia Rio is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Fiat 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Rio (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2001 Kia Rio.
Because 1954 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 1954 Fiat 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1954 Fiat 1900 (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Fiat 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1900 | 2001 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | 1900 | Rio |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2420 mm |
