1999 Kia Rio vs. 1982 BMW 318
To start off, 1999 Kia Rio is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 BMW 318 would be higher. At 1,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Rio (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1982 BMW 318. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1982 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 BMW 318 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1999 Kia Rio.
Because 1982 BMW 318 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 1982 BMW 318. 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 BMW 318. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Rio | 1982 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Kia | BMW |
| Model | Rio | 318 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2580 mm |
