1956 Fiat 1100 vs. 2000 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2000 Kia Shuma is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Shuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Shuma (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Shuma should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Shuma weights approximately 250 kg more than 1956 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Shuma, 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, 2000 Kia Shuma (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Shuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 1100 | 2000 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | 1100 | Shuma |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2570 mm |
