2007 Kia Rio vs. 1990 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 273 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.
Because 1990 Maserati Shamal 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 1990 Maserati Shamal. 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, 1990 Maserati Shamal (445 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1990 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rio | 1990 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Kia | Maserati |
| Model | Rio | Shamal |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
