1991 Lancia Dedra 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 Lancia Dedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lancia Dedra would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1991 Lancia Dedra. (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1991 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 70 kg more than 2010 Kia Rio.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Kia Rio (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lancia Dedra. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lancia Dedra | 2010 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Lancia | Kia |
| Model | Dedra | Rio |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4026 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
