2008 Kia Cee'd vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2010 Fiat 500 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Cee'd. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Cee'd would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Cee'd (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2010 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 459 kg more than 2010 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, 2008 Kia Cee'd (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Cee'd | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Kia | Fiat |
| Model | Cee'd | 500 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.5 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1399 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 35 L |
