2001 Kia Rio vs. 1980 Porsche 924
To start off, 2001 Kia Rio is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Porsche 924 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Porsche 924 (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2001 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Porsche 924 weights approximately 254 kg more than 2001 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Porsche 924 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Porsche 924. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Kia Rio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Porsche 924 (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Porsche 924 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Rio | 1980 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Rio | 924 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1342 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1179 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2410 mm |
