1955 Abarth 600 vs. 2010 Kia Carens

To start off, 2010 Kia Carens is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Carens (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1955 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1955 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carens weights approximately 931 kg more than 1955 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1955 Abarth 600 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 1955 Abarth 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Carens, 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 Carens (189 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Abarth 600.

Compare all specifications:

1955 Abarth 600 2010 Kia Carens
Make Abarth Kia
Model 600 Carens
Year Released 1955 2010
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 747 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 41 HP 143 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 54 Nm 189 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 61 mm 86.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 64 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 588 kg 1519 kg
Vehicle Length 3300 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 1390 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2710 mm


 

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