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Skoda Rapid vs Kia Rio: specs side by side

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Quick comparison from catalog data — no editorial review of this pair yet.

Skoda Rapid

Skoda · 1984–1990

Rapid Typ 743 / 747

Power
43 kW58 PS
Top speed
153 km/h
Kerb mass
—

Version spec sheet

Kia Rio

Kia · 2011–2017

Rio UB

B PI 517

Power
90 kW122 PS
Top speed
—
Kerb mass
1,151 kg

Version spec sheet

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At a glance

Who suits what, worked out from the catalog figures of the versions above.

Categories won: Rapid Typ 743 / 747 1 Rio UB 1

  • City Rapid Typ 743 / 747 Length: 4,200 mm vs 4,366 mm; Width: 1,610 mm vs 1,720 mm
  • Off-road Rio UB Drive and body: Front-wheel drive · Sedan vs Rear-wheel drive · Coupe

In plain words

Kia Rio has more power: 90 kW (122 PS) against 43 kW (58 PS) for Skoda Rapid. Kia Rio is 166 mm longer than Skoda Rapid (4,366 mm vs 4,200 mm). Skoda Rapid is the older design (from 1935); Kia Rio arrived in 2011. On the catalog figures, the Skoda Rapid is the pick for city; the Kia Rio is the pick for off-road. Our catalog has no kerb mass for the Skoda Rapid yet, so some checks above leave it out.

Size and weight

Side view to scale, all cars from the front bumper.

Rapid Typ 743 / 747 · Rio UB
0 m1 m2 m3 m4 m5 m1 m0 ft1 ft2 ft3 ft4 ft5 ft6 ft7 ft8 ft9 ft10 ft11 ft12 ft13 ft14 ft15 ft16 ft17 ft18 ft19 ft1 ft2 ft3 ft4 ftWheelbase 2,400 mmWheelbase 7 ft 10 inLength 4,200 mmLength 13 ft 9 in1,380 mm4 ft 6 inWheelbase 2,570 mmWheelbase 8 ft 5 inLength 4,366 mmLength 14 ft 4 in1,455 mm4 ft 9 in
Rapid Typ 743 / 747Rio UB
Length 4,200 mm165.4 in 4,366 mm171.9 in +166 mm +6.5 in +4.0%
Width 1,610 mm63.4 in 1,720 mm67.7 in +110 mm +4.3 in +6.8%
Height 1,380 mm54.3 in 1,455 mm57.3 in +75 mm +3.0 in +5.4%
Wheelbase 2,400 mm94.5 in 2,570 mm101.2 in +170 mm +6.7 in +7.1%
Fits a standard garage? YesYes

Difference vs Rapid Typ 743 / 747 (±). Garage check: a standard single garage takes a car up to about 5.0 m (16 ft 5 in) long and 1.9 m (6 ft 3 in) wide (width as listed in the catalog; some makers include the mirrors). Leave about 0.6 m (2 ft) to open the doors.

Size comparison to scale: Front and top views, inches →

Full specifications

Skoda RapidKia Rio
General
Version Rapid Typ 743 / 747 · 130 · 43 kW (58 PS) 1.6 · 90 kW (122 PS)
Production years 1984–1990 2011–2017
Body Coupe Sedan
Country Czech Republic South Korea
Performance
Power Why it matters: More power means stronger acceleration and easier overtaking, especially with a full load. 43 kW (58 PS) 58 hp 90 kW (122 PS) 121 hp Better
Power, all versions 23–92 kW (31–125 PS) 31–123 hp 55–90 kW (75–122 PS) 74–121 hp
Torque Why it matters: Torque is the pulling force you feel when accelerating from low revs, towing or climbing hills. 98 Nm 72 lb-ft No data
Top speed Why it matters: Top speed hints at how relaxed the car is at motorway speeds, even if you never reach it. 153 km/h 95 mph No data
Power per tonne No data 78 kW/t 95 hp/ton calculated
Engine and transmission
Fuel Petrol Petrol
Engine 1,289 cc · 4 cyl 1.3 l 1,600 cc 1.6 l
Gearbox 5-speed manual 6-speed manual
Drive Rear-wheel drive Front-wheel drive
Dimensions and weight
Length 4,200 mm 165.4 in 4,366 mm 171.9 in
Width 1,610 mm 63.4 in 1,720 mm 67.7 in
Height 1,380 mm 54.3 in 1,455 mm 57.3 in
Wheelbase 2,400 mm 94.5 in 2,570 mm 101.2 in
Kerb weight Why it matters: A lighter car is usually more agile and uses less energy. No data 1,151 kg 2,538 lb
Boot Why it matters: A bigger boot fits more luggage, shopping or a pram. No data 500 l 17.7 cu ft
Safety
Euro NCAP No data ★★★★★ (2011)

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