1961 Fiat 600 vs. 2010 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2010 Kia Magentis is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Magentis (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Magentis weights approximately 772 kg more than 1961 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Fiat 600 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 1961 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Magentis, 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 Magentis (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 600 | 2010 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | 600 | Magentis |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 62 L |
