2000 Kia Rio vs. 1985 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2000 Kia Rio is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,773 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Peugeot 205 (335 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2000 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2000 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Peugeot 205 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Peugeot 205 (400 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Rio | 1985 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Rio | 205 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1773 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2550 mm |
