1964 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2013 Kia RIO
To start off, 2013 Kia RIO is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2013 Kia RIO. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia RIO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 234 kg more than 2013 Kia RIO. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia RIO. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia RIO.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2013 Kia RIO | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | Spider | RIO |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1096 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4045 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 43 L |
