2009 Kia Rio vs. 1993 Honda Integra
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Integra would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Integra (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 148 kg more than 1993 Honda Integra.
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, 1993 Honda Integra (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Rio | 1993 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Kia | Honda |
| Model | Rio | Integra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2560 mm |
