1979 Peugeot 505 vs. 2013 Kia RIO
To start off, 2013 Kia RIO is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia RIO (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia RIO should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 114 kg more than 2013 Kia RIO.
Because 1979 Peugeot 505 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 Peugeot 505. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Kia RIO (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Kia RIO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Peugeot 505 | 2013 Kia RIO | |
Make | Peugeot | Kia |
Model | 505 | RIO |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1096 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4045 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2570 mm |