1957 Fiat 1100 vs. 2000 Kia Retona
To start off, 2000 Kia Retona is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Retona weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Fiat 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 1100 | 2000 Kia Retona | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | 1100 | Retona |
Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2370 mm |