2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2000 Kia Rio
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Rio (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Punto weights approximately 40 kg more than 2000 Kia Rio.
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, 2003 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Punto | 2000 Kia Rio | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Punto | Rio |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2420 mm |