2005 Kia Rio vs. 2010 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2010 Fiat Bravo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Bravo (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 505 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.
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, 2010 Fiat Bravo (361 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Rio | 2010 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Kia | Fiat |
| Model | Rio | Bravo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 57 L |
