1968 Fiat 500 vs. 2007 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2007 Kia Carnival is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Carnival (182 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1688 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Kia Carnival (343 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500. 2007 Kia Carnival has automatic transmission and 1968 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1968 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Carnival will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 500 | 2007 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | 500 | Carnival |
Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
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 | 14 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 2168 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 80 L |