1995 Fiat Tempra vs. 2002 Kia Rio
To start off, 2002 Kia Rio is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Tempra would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Tempra (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 2002 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, 2002 Kia Rio (113 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Tempra. (110 Nm). This means 2002 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Tempra | 2002 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Tempra | Rio |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 71.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 83.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2420 mm |
