1968 Fiat 600 vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 718 kg more than 1968 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Fiat 600 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 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage, 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 Sportage (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 600 | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | 600 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 58 L |
