1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 2000 Kia Rio
To start off, 2000 Kia Rio is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 1000 (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2000 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Rio weights approximately 245 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Because 1960 Abarth 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Abarth 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Rio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Kia Rio (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 | 2000 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Abarth | Kia |
| Model | 1000 | Rio |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2420 mm |
