1999 Kia Rio vs. 1978 Renault 4
To start off, 1999 Kia Rio is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Rio (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Rio weights approximately 229 kg more than 1978 Renault 4. 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 Kia Rio (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Rio | 1978 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Rio | 4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2410 mm |
