2000 Fiat Coupe vs. 2010 Kia Rio
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 1,746 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Coupe (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2010 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 74 kg more than 2010 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, 2000 Fiat Coupe (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Coupe | 2010 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Coupe | Rio |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4026 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
