1957 Fiat 1100 vs. 2006 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2006 Kia Sedona is newer by 49 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 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sedona (244 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sedona weights approximately 630 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 1957 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 1957 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona, 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, 2006 Kia Sedona (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1100 | 2006 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | 1100 | Sedona |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 3785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
