2009 Kia Rio vs. 1995 Peugeot 106
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 106 would be higher. At 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 106 (100 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 106 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 698 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 106.
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 Kia Rio (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 106. (109 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Rio | 1995 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Rio | 106 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
