1981 Fiat 127 vs. 2006 Kia Rio
To start off, 2006 Kia Rio is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Rio (97 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Rio weights approximately 318 kg more than 1981 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Kia Rio (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (76 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127. 2006 Kia Rio has automatic transmission and 1981 Fiat 127 has manual transmission. 1981 Fiat 127 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Rio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 127 | 2006 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | 127 | Rio |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1153 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2420 mm |
