2007 Kia Rio vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 311 kg more than 2007 Kia Rio.
Because 1979 Peugeot 505 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 1979 Peugeot 505. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1979 Peugeot 505 (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rio | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Rio | 505 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1064 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2910 mm |
