2007 Kia Rio vs. 1980 Lancia Trevi
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Trevi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Trevi would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Trevi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Trevi (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Trevi should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Trevi weights approximately 65 kg more than 2007 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, 1980 Lancia Trevi (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (127 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Trevi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rio | 1980 Lancia Trevi | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Rio | Trevi |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.1 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 52 L |
