1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Kia Rio
To start off, 1999 Kia Rio is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1999 Kia Rio. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 431 kg more than 1999 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Rio. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Kia Rio | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Corvette | Rio |
Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4638 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2420 mm |