1994 Fiat Punto vs. 2010 Kia Rio
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (136 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2010 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Rio weights approximately 73 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto.
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, 1994 Fiat Punto (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 2010 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Punto | Rio |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1073 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4249 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
