1979 Lancia Stratos vs. 2010 Kia Rio
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2010 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Rio weights approximately 89 kg more than 1979 Lancia Stratos.
Because 1979 Lancia Stratos 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 1979 Lancia Stratos. 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, 1979 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Stratos | 2010 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Lancia | Kia |
| Model | Stratos | Rio |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1073 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4249 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
