1995 Kia Retona vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Kia Retona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1995 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 766 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500.
Because 1995 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Kia Retona will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500. 2012 Fiat 500 has automatic transmission and 1995 Kia Retona has manual transmission. 1995 Kia Retona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Fiat 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Kia Retona | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Kia | Fiat |
| Model | Retona | 500 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3546 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2301 mm |
