1961 Fiat 850 vs. 1998 Kia Joice

To start off, 1998 Kia Joice is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Joice (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Joice weights approximately 772 kg more than 1961 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1961 Fiat 850 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 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Kia Joice, 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, 1998 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 850.

Compare all specifications:

1961 Fiat 850 1998 Kia Joice
Make Fiat Kia
Model 850 Joice
Year Released 1961 1998
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 847 cc 1977 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 51 HP 136 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 69 Nm 188 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 613 kg 1385 kg
Vehicle Length 3290 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1390 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2730 mm


 

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