2011 Kia Optima vs. 2011 Fiat 500
To start off, both 2011 Kia Optima and 2011 Fiat 500 were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Optima (274 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2011 Fiat 500. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Optima weights approximately 480 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Kia Optima (364 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat 500. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat 500. 2011 Kia Optima has automatic transmission and 2011 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 2011 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Optima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Kia Optima | 2011 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Kia | Fiat |
Model | Optima | 500 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 274 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4844 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1831 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1455 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2797 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |