1993 Rover 200 vs. 2011 Kia Rio
To start off, 2011 Kia Rio is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2011 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Rio weights approximately 33 kg more than 1993 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 145 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 200 | 2011 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Rover | Kia |
| Model | 200 | Rio |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1073 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2499 mm |
