2009 Kia Rio vs. 1988 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 718 kg more than 1988 Peugeot 205.
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, 1988 Peugeot 205 (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Rio | 1988 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Rio | 205 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
