2006 Kia Picanto vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Picanto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Picanto would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 374 kg more than 2013 Fiat 500.
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, 2013 Fiat 500 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Picanto | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Kia | Fiat |
| Model | Picanto | 500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3547 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1627 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |
