1951 Jaguar C-Type vs. 2013 Kia RIO
To start off, 2013 Kia RIO is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar C-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar C-Type would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Jaguar C-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Jaguar C-Type (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2013 Kia RIO. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Jaguar C-Type should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia RIO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia RIO weights approximately 250 kg more than 1951 Jaguar C-Type.
Because 1951 Jaguar C-Type 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 1951 Jaguar C-Type. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1951 Jaguar C-Type (298 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia RIO. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1951 Jaguar C-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia RIO. 2013 Kia RIO has automatic transmission and 1951 Jaguar C-Type has manual transmission. 1951 Jaguar C-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Kia RIO will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1951 Jaguar C-Type | 2013 Kia RIO | |
Make | Jaguar | Kia |
Model | C-Type | RIO |
Year Released | 1951 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4366 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2570 mm |