2005 Kia Rio vs. 1958 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Lancia Aurelia (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 115 kg more than 2005 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Lancia Aurelia 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 1958 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1958 Lancia Aurelia (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Rio | 1958 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Rio | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1342 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2660 mm |
