1999 Kia Rio vs. 2010 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2010 Seat Ibiza is newer by 11 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Ibiza (158 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1999 Kia Rio. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 270 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, 2010 Seat Ibiza (330 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Rio. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Rio | 2010 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Kia | Seat |
Model | Rio | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2470 mm |