1998 Fiat Coupe vs. 2008 Kia Rio
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Coupe. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 101 kg more than 2008 Kia Rio.
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, 1998 Fiat Coupe (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Coupe | 2008 Kia Rio | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Coupe | Rio |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 78.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1079 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |