2009 Kia Rio vs. 1996 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Skoda Felicia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Rio (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Skoda Felicia. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1996 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 503 kg more than 1996 Skoda Felicia. 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, 1996 Skoda Felicia (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Skoda Felicia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Rio | 1996 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Kia | Skoda |
| Model | Rio | Felicia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2460 mm |
