1999 Kia Rio vs. 2009 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2009 Opel Corsa is newer by 10 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Rio (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Corsa weights approximately 668 kg more than 1999 Kia Rio.
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 (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Rio | 2009 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Rio | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2520 mm |
