1958 Fiat 1400 vs. 2012 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sportage (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1400.
Because 1958 Fiat 1400 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 1958 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage, 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, 2012 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Fiat 1400 | 2012 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | 1400 | Sportage |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1636 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |