1999 Kia Clarus vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Clarus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Clarus would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Clarus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Clarus (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2013 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Clarus should accelerate faster than 2013 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Clarus weights approximately 158 kg more than 2013 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Kia Clarus (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Clarus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Clarus | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Kia | Fiat |
| Model | Clarus | 500 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1072 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3546 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2301 mm |
