1978 Porsche 930 vs. 2010 Kia Rio
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2010 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Porsche 930 weights approximately 227 kg more than 2010 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Porsche 930 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 1978 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1978 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Porsche 930 | 2010 Kia Rio | |
Make | Porsche | Kia |
Model | 930 | Rio |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1073 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4249 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2499 mm |