1981 Ford Fairlane vs. 2011 Kia Rio
To start off, 2011 Kia Rio is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Fairlane (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2011 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 272 kg more than 2011 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Ford Fairlane 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 1981 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1981 Ford Fairlane (296 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Fairlane | 2011 Kia Rio | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Fairlane | Rio |
Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1128 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4016 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2499 mm |