1988 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2012 Kia Rio
To start off, 2012 Kia Rio is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Aston Martin Virage would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2012 Kia Rio. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 827 kg more than 2012 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Aston Martin Virage 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 1988 Aston Martin Virage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1988 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Rio. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Aston Martin Virage | 2012 Kia Rio | |
Make | Aston Martin | Kia |
Model | Virage | Rio |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1093 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4366 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 43 L |