1996 Rover 200 vs. 2013 Kia RIO
To start off, 2013 Kia RIO is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia RIO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia RIO (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia RIO should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia RIO weights approximately 66 kg more than 1996 Rover 200. 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, 2013 Kia RIO (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Kia RIO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Rover 200 | 2013 Kia RIO | |
| Make | Rover | Kia |
| Model | 200 | RIO |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1096 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4045 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |
