1985 Avanti Avanti vs. 1999 Kia Rio
To start off, 1999 Kia Rio is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1999 Kia Rio. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 675 kg more than 1999 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Avanti Avanti 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 1985 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1985 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Rio. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Avanti Avanti | 1999 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Avanti | Kia |
| Model | Avanti | Rio |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2420 mm |
