1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (53 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 551 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 1200 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 Fiat 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Kia Sportage (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1200 | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | 1200 | Sportage |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 58 L |