1995 Honda Argento Viva vs. 2007 Kia Spectra
To start off, 2007 Kia Spectra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Argento Viva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Argento Viva would be higher. At 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Honda Argento Viva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Argento Viva (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Kia Spectra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Argento Viva should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Spectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Spectra weights approximately 240 kg more than 1995 Honda Argento Viva.
Because 1995 Honda Argento Viva is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Honda Argento Viva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Spectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Honda Argento Viva (237 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Spectra. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Argento Viva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Argento Viva | 2007 Kia Spectra | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Argento Viva | Spectra |
Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |