2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2010 Kia Rio
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda 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, both vehicles can yield 145 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 2010 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Panda | Rio |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4249 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1471 mm |
