1967 Fiat 850 vs. 2012 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2012 Kia Carnival is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Carnival (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1488 kg more than 1967 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Fiat 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carnival, 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, 2012 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat 850 | 2012 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | 850 | Carnival |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 732 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 75 L |