1995 Toyota Starlet vs. 2010 Kia Rio
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Starlet. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Rio weights approximately 376 kg more than 1995 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Kia Rio (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Starlet. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Toyota Starlet | 2010 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Starlet | Rio |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4026 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2499 mm |
