1991 Italdesign Nazca vs. 2010 Kia Rio

To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Italdesign Nazca (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2010 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Rio.

Because 1991 Italdesign Nazca 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 1991 Italdesign Nazca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1991 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rio.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Italdesign Nazca 2010 Kia Rio
Make Italdesign Kia
Model Nazca Rio
Year Released 1991 2010
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4988 cc 1600 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 350 HP 110 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 470 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4249 mm
Vehicle Width 2090 mm 1694 mm
Vehicle Height 1120 mm 1471 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2499 mm