1960 Toyota Crown vs. 2012 Kia Rio
To start off, 2012 Kia Rio is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1960 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1960 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Toyota Crown weights approximately 157 kg more than 2012 Kia Rio.
Because 1960 Toyota Crown 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 1960 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Kia Rio (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Toyota Crown. 2012 Kia Rio has automatic transmission and 1960 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1960 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Kia Rio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Toyota Crown | 2012 Kia Rio | |
Make | Toyota | Kia |
Model | Crown | Rio |
Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1453 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1093 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4046 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 43 L |