1974 Fiat 500 vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 883 kg more than 1974 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd, 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, 2012 Kia Cee'd (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 500 | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | 500 | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 74.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1399 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 53 L |
