1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 2009 Kia Rio
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Rio (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 778 kg more than 1998 Fiat Seicento. 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, 2009 Kia Rio (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Seicento | 2009 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Seicento | Rio |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 899 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1508 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
