2005 Kia Rio vs. 1998 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Rio (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1998 Opel Corsa. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Corsa weights approximately 54 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Kia Rio (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Corsa. (82 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Rio | 1998 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Rio | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 44 L |
