2009 Fiat Fiorino vs. 1999 Kia Rio
To start off, 2009 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Rio (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Fiorino weights approximately 225 kg more than 1999 Kia Rio.
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, 2009 Fiat Fiorino (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Rio. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Fiorino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Fiorino | 1999 Kia Rio | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Fiorino | Rio |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2420 mm |