1958 Fiat 500 vs. 2000 Kia Clarus
To start off, 2000 Kia Clarus is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Clarus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Clarus (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Clarus should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Clarus weights approximately 760 kg more than 1958 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Clarus, 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, 2000 Kia Clarus (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Clarus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Fiat 500 | 2000 Kia Clarus | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | 500 | Clarus |
Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2670 mm |