1999 Honda Insight vs. 2009 Kia Rio
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Insight 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 14 more horse power than 1999 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 668 kg more than 1999 Honda Insight. 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, 1999 Honda Insight (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Insight | 2009 Kia Rio | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Insight | Rio |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 1343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1508 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2420 mm |