2005 Kia Rio vs. 1966 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Porsche 911 (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (104 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Rio weights approximately 48 kg more than 1966 Porsche 911.
Because 1966 Porsche 911 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 1966 Porsche 911. 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, 1966 Porsche 911 (179 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (141 Nm). This means 1966 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Rio | 1966 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Rio | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |
