1969 Fiat 500 vs. 2003 Kia Opirus
To start off, 2003 Kia Opirus is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Opirus (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Opirus should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Opirus weights approximately 1250 kg more than 1969 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Kia Opirus, 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, 2003 Kia Opirus (295 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Opirus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 500. 2003 Kia Opirus has automatic transmission and 1969 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1969 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Kia Opirus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 500 | 2003 Kia Opirus | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | 500 | Opirus |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2810 mm |
