1999 Kia Rio vs. 1981 Suzuki Cervo
To start off, 1999 Kia Rio is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Suzuki Cervo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Suzuki Cervo would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Rio (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1981 Suzuki Cervo. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1981 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Rio weights approximately 410 kg more than 1981 Suzuki Cervo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Suzuki Cervo 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 1981 Suzuki Cervo. 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, 1999 Kia Rio (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Suzuki Cervo. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Suzuki Cervo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Rio | 1981 Suzuki Cervo | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Rio | Cervo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2040 mm |
