1967 Fiat 500 vs. 2009 Kia Sedona

To start off, 2009 Kia Sedona is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sedona (160 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sedona weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1967 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1967 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 1967 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sedona, 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, 2009 Kia Sedona (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 500. 2009 Kia Sedona has automatic transmission and 1967 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1967 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Sedona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Fiat 500 2009 Kia Sedona
Make Fiat Kia
Model 500 Sedona
Year Released 1967 2009
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 497 cc 2902 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 18 HP 160 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 3700 RPM
Torque 27 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 67.4 mm 97.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 70 mm 98 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 19.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 510 kg 1515 kg
Vehicle Length 3030 mm 5140 mm
Vehicle Width 1330 mm 1990 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1840 mm
Wheelbase Size 1850 mm 3030 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 22 L 80 L


 

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