1959 Fiat 1800 vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1800. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1800. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 1800 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 1800 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1800 | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | 1800 | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 60 L |
