1991 Fiat Tipo vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Fiat Tipo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Fiat Tipo would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Fiat Tipo (145 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (143 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 320 kg more than 1991 Fiat Tipo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Tipo. (173 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Tipo | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Tipo | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 75 L |
