1966 Ford Mustang vs. 2000 Kia Rio
To start off, 2000 Kia Rio is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 6,385 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Mustang (320 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 2000 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Mustang weights approximately 254 kg more than 2000 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Ford Mustang 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 1966 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Kia Rio (121 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Mustang. (85 Nm). This means 2000 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Mustang | 2000 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Mustang | Rio |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6385 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2420 mm |
