1976 Renault 20 vs. 2011 Kia Rio
To start off, 2011 Kia Rio is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 20 would be higher. At 1,645 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1976 Renault 20. (97 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 20 weights approximately 166 kg more than 2011 Kia Rio.
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 Rio (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 20. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 20 | 2011 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | 20 | Rio |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1645 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |
