1969 Fiat 130 vs. 2006 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2006 Kia Cerato is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 130 (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2006 Kia Cerato. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Cerato weights approximately 526 kg more than 1969 Fiat 130.
Because 1969 Fiat 130 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 1969 Fiat 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Cerato, 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, 1969 Fiat 130 (218 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Cerato. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 130 | 2006 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | 130 | Cerato |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
