1957 Fiat 500 vs. 2013 Kia SOUL
To start off, 2013 Kia SOUL is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia SOUL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia SOUL (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia SOUL should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia SOUL weights approximately 716 kg more than 1957 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Fiat 500 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 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia SOUL, 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, 2013 Kia SOUL (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Kia SOUL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 500 | 2013 Kia SOUL | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | 500 | SOUL |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1186 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 48 L |
