1990 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2008 Kia Rio
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2008 Kia Rio. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 383 kg more than 2008 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Ferrari Mondial 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 1990 Ferrari Mondial. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari Mondial | 2008 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | Mondial | Rio |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1153 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 45 L |
