2006 Kia Rio vs. 1991 Rover 100
To start off, 2006 Kia Rio is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rover 100 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Rover 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Rover 100 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Rio weights approximately 274 kg more than 1991 Rover 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Rover 100 (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Rio. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Rover 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Rio | 1991 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Kia | Rover |
| Model | Rio | 100 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1144 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
