1999 Kia Rio vs. 2013 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2013 Ford Fiesta is newer by 14 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fiesta (118 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Kia Rio. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 227 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, 2013 Ford Fiesta (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Rio. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Rio | 2013 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Kia | Ford |
| Model | Rio | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2489 mm |
