1955 Fiat 600 vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 742 kg more than 1955 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Fiat 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 Fiat 600. 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 (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Fiat 600 | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | 600 | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 633 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 56 mm | 85.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 100 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1317 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 53 L |