1997 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 Kia Rio
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Fiat Punto 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 51 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Punto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Rio weights approximately 250 kg more than 1997 Fiat Punto. 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, 2005 Kia Rio (141 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Punto. (83 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Punto | 2005 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Punto | Rio |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2420 mm |
