1963 Fiat 500 vs. 1997 Kia Avella
To start off, 1997 Kia Avella is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Kia Avella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Avella (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Avella weights approximately 430 kg more than 1963 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Fiat 500 | 1997 Kia Avella | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | 500 | Avella |
Year Released | 1963 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 485 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2400 mm |