1963 Cadillac Sixty vs. 2005 Kia Rio
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Cadillac Sixty (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Cadillac Sixty should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 967 kg more than 2005 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Cadillac Sixty 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 1963 Cadillac Sixty. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1963 Cadillac Sixty (582 Nm) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (132 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac Sixty | 2005 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | Sixty | Rio |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1158 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 45 L |
