1999 Kia Rio vs. 1975 Porsche 924
To start off, 1999 Kia Rio is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 924 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 924 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1999 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Porsche 924 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1999 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Porsche 924 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Porsche 924. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Rio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Porsche 924 (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 924 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Rio | 1975 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Rio | 924 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2500 mm |
