1991 Rover 400 vs. 2011 Kia Rio
To start off, 2011 Kia Rio is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1991 Rover 400. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Rover 400 weights approximately 77 kg more than 2011 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, 1991 Rover 400 (180 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rio. (167 Nm). This means 1991 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Rover 400 | 2011 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Rover | Kia |
| Model | 400 | Rio |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1093 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4046 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2570 mm |
