1969 Fiat 850 vs. 2001 Kia Carens
To start off, 2001 Kia Carens is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Carens (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Carens weights approximately 525 kg more than 1969 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Fiat 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Kia Carens, 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, 2001 Kia Carens (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 850. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat 850 | 2001 Kia Carens | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | 850 | Carens |
Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2580 mm |