1959 Fiat 1800 vs. 2013 Kia RIO
To start off, 2013 Kia RIO is newer by 54 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 1,796 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia RIO (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia RIO should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1800 weights approximately 36 kg more than 2013 Kia RIO.
Because 1959 Fiat 1800 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 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia RIO, 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, 2013 Kia RIO (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1800. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Kia RIO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1800 | 2013 Kia RIO | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | 1800 | RIO |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1179 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 43 L |
