1967 Austin 3-Litre vs. 2010 Kia Rio

To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin 3-Litre would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Austin 3-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Austin 3-Litre (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Austin 3-Litre should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Austin 3-Litre weights approximately 418 kg more than 2010 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1967 Austin 3-Litre 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 1967 Austin 3-Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1967 Austin 3-Litre (221 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Austin 3-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rio.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Austin 3-Litre 2010 Kia Rio
Make Austin Kia
Model 3-Litre Rio
Year Released 1967 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2910 cc 1600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 120 HP 110 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 221 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1524 kg 1106 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 4026 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1694 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1471 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 2499 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 45 L


 

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