1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire vs. 2011 Kia Rio
To start off, 2011 Kia Rio is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire would be higher. At 3,531 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (215 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2011 Kia Rio. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire weights approximately 204 kg more than 2011 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire 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 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rio. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire | 2011 Kia Rio | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Kia |
Model | Jetfire | Rio |
Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3531 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 1093 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4366 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |