1959 Abarth 500 vs. 2000 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2000 Kia Shuma is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Shuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Shuma (87 HP) has 67 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Shuma should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Shuma weights approximately 655 kg more than 1959 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Abarth 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 1959 Abarth 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Shuma, 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 Shuma (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Shuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 500 | 2000 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Abarth | Kia |
| Model | 500 | Shuma |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 87 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2570 mm |
