1958 Fiat 500 vs. 2010 Kia Venga
To start off, 2010 Kia Venga is newer by 52 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Venga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Venga (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Venga should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Venga weights approximately 783 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, 2010 Kia Venga, 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, 2010 Kia Venga (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Venga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Fiat 500 | 2010 Kia Venga | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | 500 | Venga |
Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1253 kg |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 48 L |