1995 Fiat Tempra vs. 2005 Kia Rio
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio is newer by 10 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Rio (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Tempra. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Tempra.
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, 2005 Kia Rio (141 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Tempra. (110 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Tempra | Rio |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
