1999 Kia Rio vs. 2001 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2001 Seat Alhambra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1999 Kia Rio. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 720 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.
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, 2001 Seat Alhambra (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Rio. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Rio | 2001 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Kia | Seat |
| Model | Rio | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2850 mm |
