2008 Kia Rio vs. 1965 Volvo 220
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Volvo 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Rio (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Rio weights approximately 138 kg more than 1965 Volvo 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Volvo 220 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1965 Volvo 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Rio | 1965 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Rio | 220 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1153 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
