2007 Kia Rio vs. 1993 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Calibra weights approximately 41 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Opel Calibra (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rio | 1993 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Rio | Calibra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1153 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2610 mm |
