2009 Kia Rio vs. 1993 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Rio (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1993 Seat Toledo. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1993 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 99 kg more than 1993 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Seat Toledo (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Rio | 1993 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Kia | Seat |
| Model | Rio | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1144 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2480 mm |
