1999 Kia Rio vs. 1993 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1999 Kia Rio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 219 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 1993 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Rio | 1993 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Rio | Impreza |
Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1144 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2530 mm |