1966 Fiat 2300 vs. 2001 Kia Rio
To start off, 2001 Kia Rio is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat 2300 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2001 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2001 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Fiat 2300 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 1966 Fiat 2300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1966 Fiat 2300 (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat 2300 | 2001 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | 2300 | Rio |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2420 mm |
