1979 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Rio weights approximately 246 kg more than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Kia Rio (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2010 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Kia |
| Model | Lancer | Rio |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1238 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4026 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2499 mm |
