1996 Honda Today vs. 1999 Kia Rio
To start off, 1999 Kia Rio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Rio (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Rio weights approximately 215 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Kia Rio (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Today | 1999 Kia Rio | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Today | Rio |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |