1981 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2009 Kia Rio
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Rio (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 102 kg more than 2009 Kia Rio.
Because 1981 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Campagnola will offer significantly more control. 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, 1981 Fiat Campagnola (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Campagnola | 2009 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Campagnola | Rio |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1508 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 45 L |
