2010 Kia Rio vs. 1979 BMW M1
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW M1 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2010 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW M1 weights approximately 194 kg more than 2010 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 BMW M1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 BMW M1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 BMW M1 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Kia Rio | 1979 BMW M1 | |
| Make | Kia | BMW |
| Model | Rio | M1 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 3453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1106 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4026 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2499 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 116 L |
