1966 Fiat 500 vs. 2001 Kia Pride Wagon
To start off, 2001 Kia Pride Wagon is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Pride Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Pride Wagon (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Pride Wagon should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Pride Wagon weights approximately 280 kg more than 1966 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Fiat 500 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 1966 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Kia Pride Wagon, 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, 2001 Kia Pride Wagon (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Pride Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat 500 | 2001 Kia Pride Wagon | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | 500 | Pride Wagon |
Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
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 | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2350 mm |