1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1998 Kia Retona
To start off, 1998 Kia Retona is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (23 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Retona weights approximately 1402 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Abarth 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Kia Retona will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (33 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Abarth 500 | 1998 Kia Retona | |
Make | Abarth | Kia |
Model | 500 | Retona |
Year Released | 1957 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 33 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1260 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2370 mm |